Is there any electric hybrid kits for a normal car?

Question

If not where would the application be the most feasible?

A special rim that just bolts on any wheel thats an electric motor that charges as well as produces power at low speeds.

That costs under 3000 bux and uses flexable gel cells to store anywhere.

Give me a great hybrid conversion kit idea for 10 points...

Answer 1

My last EV conversion ran me about $1400. Everything is available online. I have a how to do it yourself guide available at www agua-luna com that will walk you step by step through the process. If you have ANY questions feel free to contact me through the site. Here’s a list of what you'd need...

Advanced DC Motor

The motor is an 8" Advanced DC series-wound motor. It weighs 107 pounds and is rated at 68 peak horsepower. These motors are available in several sizes.



Adaptor plate

The adaptor plate mates the motor to the transmission. It is constructed of 1/2 inch aluminum and is pre-drilled with bolt hole patterns for both the motor and transmission. An aluminum spacer is also used for proper spacing between the shafts of the transmission and motor. Adaptor plates are available for many cars.



DC Motor Controller

The controller regulates current going to the motor. It is a solid-state device that uses a pulse width modulator (PWM) that sends short bursts of current to the motor at a rate of 15 kHz. Controllers are available from both Curtis and DCP.



Potbox (Potentiometer)

The potbox is a 5K ohm throttle between the controller and the accelerator, similar to the way a sewing machine pedal works. The potbox's lever arm is attached to the existing accelerator cable.



Main Contactor

An electric relay that serves the same purpose as the ignition switch in a gas car. When the key is turned to the start position, the contactor closes the circuit to allow current to flow to the controller.



Circuit Breaker

A safety device that shuts down power for servicing or during an emergency. The circuit breaker is installed under the hood and can be switched both off and on from the drivers seat with an extension or cable.



Main Fuse

The main fuse protect the system from high voltage spikes. A fuse should be installed at each battery box or group of batteries.



Shunt

A shunt is placed in series within the wiring as a means to connect meters. Shunts are available in different sizes for both high and low power configurations.

  

Charger interlock

A relay that keeps the circuit open so nobody will inadvertantly drive off with the charge cord plugged into the car.



DC/DC Converter

The DC/DC converter is similar in function to a gas car's alternator. It charges the 12 volt accessory battery by chopping voltage from the main battery pack down to 13.5 volts.

I currently own 2 converted h2 vehicles which run on 100% hydrogen and 1 EV (electric vehicle), not to mention our home is completely off the grid, using alternative energy (solar, wind, etc)

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Answer 2

You can throw away your engine and convert the car to be an EV.  First buy a Scion e5 for $15,000 and send it to AC 150 - Power System, they will convert it to a short range EV for you for $55,000.  That seems to be about the going price for conversions.

For a regular car you would need some extensive modifications to add an electric helper motor, generator and batteries.  They do make electric motor/wheels that could be put on the rear of a front-drive car to act as power boosters.

Easier and cheaper just to buy a new hybrid car.

Answer 3

hybrid electric kits? is your intention to use an engine to power a charging system or to actually power the vehicle? if you have the room to work with, after converting a vehicle to electric, you could build a engine powered battery charger for your vehicle. it won't be cheap. I converted a 650 cc street motorcycle to electric, designed and built the genset for anywhere anytime battery charging which makes this motorcycle a series hybrid. all mechanical components are in frame. drop a note to these guys, they may be able to help

Answer 4

This has been done before.  If you do a little research, I'm sure you can find enough information about the how to.

This would be a good idea for a business.