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Discussion in 'Prius v Technical Discussion' started by Bill the Engineer, Aug 8, 2014.

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  1. bisco

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    i'm just not understanding how tesla batteries could make a crazy long prius ev. there's no place to put all those batteries. i realize it's theoretical.:)
     
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    Sorry... I got distracted over on ecomodder.com by there year end list.

    Like you said, this is all theoretical about the Tesla battery.

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    i'm not good with theory, cause mine never prove out.(n)
     
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    Wow, we got onto a tangent on that one!

    Snow on the ground here. Getting cabin fever... C'mon April 1st. I want to get back to working on the car!

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    Did you notice the other round Toyota Hybrid gauge on the previous page of this thread? (post 753)

    We do not yet have snow here in Virginia, but the forecast is threatening.
     
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    36 days to florida.:whistle:
     
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    Bisco said. exactly. i would like more info on how a prius can be made into an ultra high mileage vehicle.(y)

    Answer: You drive it alot! About another 299,999 miles!
     
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    Wrong use of mileage here. Don't you love the precision of the English language?
     
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    Here is one option from an old thread since this is basically a Gen 3.
    Plug-In Hybrid Conversion System and DIY Parts Pricing | Plug-In Supply
     
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    Yup, but the HS250h is soooo much closer to the original. Maybe I can still figure out how to use that one once the car is mechanically back together. (fingers crossed that inspiration hits.)

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    I just heard from Shapeways. The shipment will be delayed by a week. Oh, the suspense...

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    So today I got an email with the shipping tracking number. Go figure.

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    ya, that's a head scratcher...:rolleyes:
     
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    They have arrived!

    [​IMG]

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    I thought your first renderings were red with a metallic border. Won't the gold color blend in too much with the rest of the hood?
     
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    These are made out of 3D printed Stainless Steel infused with Bronze and then Nickel Plated. The next step is to have them Chrome Plated. Then the center of the letters will be painted red in the same way that Pontiac did the original "326" emblems.

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    How are you planning on painting them? I have a coworker who does powder coating as a hobby. PM me is interested and I can try to connect you.
     
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    I just found some of your old images for this.
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    i have a paintbrush...
     
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    I may use my late Dad's old pinstriping kit. He restored many antique cars in his time.

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