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It just seems to be the most logical set up. You have an engine that has a high amount of torque for the size of the vehicle (relatively speaking), so even if you smash a generator in there somewhere, the torque being siphoned off to power the generator wouldn't really be missed, IMO.
Example: lets say the engine produces 200ft/lbs. In a FWD car, that's way more than enough, so there's plenty of 'excess' to power a generator.
Or, you could just set up the diesel as a pure generator set up; with the electric power being the prime mover. I dont' know if that would be as efficient, however.
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-Brad
2002 Carrera2
1986 944 Turbo
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