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Who has got a Plug-in kit? Satisifed?

Discussion in 'Prius PHEV Plug-In Modifications' started by Chuck., Mar 27, 2016.

  1. bisco

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    right. to me, that's the only fair comparison. taxes, fees and etc are different state to state and even dealer to dealer. when someone says, i paid 'x' for my car, they usually mean just the car, although some do mean everything, which makes no sense to me, unless you're going to the same dealer for the exact same vehicle.
     
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    If you are a DIYer then this is cheapest way to convert Hybrid into plug-in. I have done so- and *when it worked* I enjoyed benefits of going anywhere from 10-20 mi on full charge. When Robb is available his support is great- if not you are totally screwed.

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  3. 3prongpaul

    3prongpaul Hybrid Shop Owner, worked on 100's of Prius's

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    Nowadays (Oct 2017) I recommend people in Colorado just buy a Prius Prime. You can get a $28k Prime in some places (NJ/CT/NY) for $24.5k. You then get $4500 federal tax credit, and CO residents get another $5000 state rebate. That means a BRAND NEW FULLY WARRANTIED PHEV PRIUS FOR A NET COST OF $15,000. (sorry if you don't live in CO)

    It doesn't make sense to spend $5-$10k installing finicky aftermarket equipment into a 10 year old car when you can get a brand new car for a bit more cash. (assuming you can sell your old Prius for more than $0)
     
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    Hello I'm new to this forum I'm trying to get some info on a enginer system that I have in my 2008 Prius . It was working fine till the other day when I can't get the power switch to be green . I've checked the power for it and it has power . My bms works my 120 volt charger works trouble going towards the converter and I don't know how to trouble shoot it anyone able to help me here ??
     
  5. bisco

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    welcome!

    try searching for 'engineer', there might be some threads. all the best!(y)
     
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    Just hope you end up with the equipment and not the people:whistle:.
     
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  7. ericbecky

    ericbecky Hybrid Battery Hero

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    The correct spelling is
    ENGINER.

    You have and orphaned system with little or no support. You are pretty much on your own now that the Enginer forums are shut down.

    Unfortunately if you are not able to troubleshoot and Repair it yourself, you will simply have a boat anchor/lawn ornament.

    I'd be happy to talk with you during the week. Feel free to call.
     
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    I just called Enginer from their website, the attendant insists they are still and will be in business.
     
  9. bisco

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    great! how much are they these days? did you order one?