Really interesting question, Jim.

I wonder if that application to a stock Vanagon could solve some issues.
I know it takes about 5HP to drive an AC compressor. I'd be curious as
to what kind of alternator/battery arrangement might be required !

John

On 6/13/2013 5:30 PM, Jim Felder wrote:
> I was looking through the Hayne's manual this evening for a parts
> replacement for my wife's 2003 Prius. I noticed when flipping through the
> manual that the 2004-on Prius have electrical AC compressors. Can anyone
> comment on what kind of current it would take to run an AC compressor on
> electricity? One of the big problems with diesel vanagon AC, besides the
> power issue, is the mounting and location of the compressor and a way to
> reliably drive it with a belt. An electrical solution would obviate that.
>
> Any comments?
>
> Jim
>