http://enginer.us Prius PHEV conversion

krousdb · #1 07-21-2009, 09:23 PM

Just ordered a 4kw conversion from engineer.us. More to come......

msirach · #2 07-21-2009, 10:03 PM

I am anxious to see what you think of it. I was VERY intrigued by the price. Enough that I am considering keeping the 05 to convert. With your background, I'm sure you will be able to shed light on the kit and am anxious to hear your thoughts and findings.

What is the lead time for delivery for the enginer.us kit?

krousdb · #3 07-22-2009, 07:05 AM

Lead time is 15-20 days. On my long drive back from GDE 2009 I had time to consider the possibilities of this kit. I made a list of Pro's and Con's and found that this is kit fits my needs much better than the competition. I especially like the scaleability. The BMS is very informative and provides useful information. It can easily pinpoint a bad cell and that bad cell can be replaced in about 30 minutes at a cost of $70.

ericbecky · #4 07-22-2009, 07:20 AM

May want to correct the title of this thread so people will find it in search.
The company is called "Enginer"... not "Engineer". Only 1 "e" after the "n".

cpeter38 · #5 07-22-2009, 07:23 AM

Can you provide a few more details? I could not find it in a Google search. I'm one of those crazy hypermilers that are not steeped in Prius knowledge - I am considering a MIMA like conversion for my SVT - I'm only getting 60-61 mpg and I really would like to do better than that ...

Right Lane Cruiser · #6 07-22-2009, 07:42 AM

Thanks, Eric. I've updated the thread title.

Dan, do you intend to enhance the range with more batteries later?

cpeter38 · #7 07-22-2009, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Right Lane Cruiser

Thanks, Eric. I've updated the thread title.

Dan, do you intend to enhance the range with more batteries later?

This is interesting (thanks to both of you for the link info). I shot them a quick note. I wonder if they are willing to think outside of their box ...

krousdb · #8 07-22-2009, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Right Lane Cruiser

Thanks, Eric. I've updated the thread title.

Dan, do you intend to enhance the range with more batteries later?

Short answer is YES! I ordered the 4kw kit and an additionall converter to experiment with. Once I determine the best way to use the added EV/ ICE assist on my commute, I will then be able to "tune" the installation with additional batteries and converters. As long as you are willing to give up trunk space, you can add capacity in 2kw increments. The upgrades are as cost effective as well.

BTW, this should work with IMA also.

krousdb · #9 07-22-2009, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by cpeter38

Can you provide a few more details? I could not find it in a Google search. I'm one of those crazy hypermilers that are not steeped in Prius knowledge - I am considering a MIMA like conversion for my SVT - I'm only getting 60-61 mpg and I really would like to do better than that ...

For those of you that don't currently have a hybrid, check this out.
http://www.poulsenhybrid.com/

cpeter38 · #10 07-22-2009, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by krousdb

For those of you that don't currently have a hybrid, check this out.
http://www.poulsenhybrid.com/

I am hoping that they will consider the Focus for one of the kits. Unfortunately, they have no plans to offer the components to people who want to do their own integration.

I am considering a 5th wheel for my Contour SVT. Nothing serious yet, just doing a little preliminary research. If I can figure out how to make the costs affordable, it will become serious very quickly ...