Prius info

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Yep what I'm talking about.

How much is a replacement batt pack,  presumably within a few years of needing?

I've also seen "conversion kits" to make them capable of just plug-in use, longer electric-only range from a big added bank, but still let you switch to Hybrid if needed.

Comments?

The complete dealer installed Toyota packs still are 3.5K, but I don’t have a parts only price. Most people seem to be getting the individual cells replaced, if what I read on the priuschat forum is accurate. Course, a lot of folks on there are engineer type eco geeks, so they tear into things and wrench a lot more than I do.  

If you look up the “alternate power using a Prius” type google threads, you’ll find some decent information about it and or the Leaf setup. Over my head by a long shot due to all the lithium and nickel metal hydride concerns.
Since you are deeper into this technology than am I, start by looking at this thread fromsolar authentic solar and alternate power folks: http://forum.solar-electric.com/discussi...n-off-grid