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    My Open EVSE Build Thread

    Mitch - is there a quick summary of what is needed to reprogram the OpenEVSE? I built one a year ago, but started with a prebuilt/preprogrammed...
    Post by: pip2012, Mar 13, 2013 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Future Plug-in Telematics Features?

    My biggest desires would be: 1. text message when finished charging or unplugged even on the base model. 2. ability to upload past driving...
    Post by: pip2012, Mar 12, 2013 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Disappointed in PiP electronics

    Just a quick correction. On the prototype, the charge port door was just above and behind the front left wheel well not below it. I had one for...
    Post by: pip2012, Dec 10, 2012 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Reviewing the Prius Plug-In Base after 550 miles

    I tried to search threads for how to disable the auto-complete but could not find it. Can the auto complete be disbled on the base model? How?...
    Post by: pip2012, Nov 15, 2012 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    My EV Driving ratio

    I work hard at it. I have a level 2 charger in my garage. I use it even for 10-20 minutes at a time if I have to come home from work and then go...
    Post by: pip2012, Nov 4, 2012 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    My EV Driving ratio

    Ok - I'm ready to brag. Almost 5K miles and over 80% EV on it. It works very well for me. But, I do have to work hard at charging it. I often...
    Post by: pip2012, Nov 3, 2012 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Using PIP As A Generator

    One more option to consider: Why not use the inverter to get 1500W, hook it into the house electrical panel (after disconnecting from the grid...
    Post by: pip2012, Nov 2, 2012 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Dedicated circuit - is it necessary?

    I plug my L2 OpenEVSE into the same outlet the electric dryer is plugged into. It's a 40A circuit. Both the dryer can run and the car can charge...
    Post by: pip2012, Oct 18, 2012 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    I love my new prius but if there was one thing I would like to change...

    Not true. There are at least 3 other reasons I know of: 1. EV battery depleted. 2. > 62 MPH (I have gotten to 64MPH, however) 3. > ~120 miles...
    Post by: pip2012, Oct 11, 2012 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Installed kit from Plug in Supply getting 28 miles!

    Can we remove all the volt/prius back and forth from this thread and just focus on the PIS modification jim335 has done? And, the same with the...
    Post by: pip2012, Oct 9, 2012 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Plug-In Supply Taking on the PiP

    Ouch! Serves me right for wanting to be on the bleeding edge and getting it early. Mine was 32.7k+3.3k-4kRebate = 32k total. Oh well - I guess...
    Post by: pip2012, Aug 31, 2012 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Modify PiP to add range

    Unfortunately, with my commute, I think I would be shot if I tried to get 18 miles out of it. I know how to hypermile and can do it in the PiP...
    Post by: pip2012, Aug 27, 2012 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Modify PiP to add range

    Has anyone looked into what it would take to add more battery capacity to the 2012 PiP? I have the base model and I can get between 11 and 13...
    Thread by: pip2012, Aug 24, 2012, 35 replies, in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Extra charging cable

    I built the OpenEVSE for about $450. I could do it again for about $350 by saving on the J1772. I got the super hefty J1772 cable/connector so I...
    Post by: pip2012, Aug 15, 2012 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015