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The racing setups I have read about (I have not seen any in person) use smaller capacity cells like A123 pouch cells (20 ah, 20C max discharge) to get a lot of power in a short time with a limited range. That does not work so well with a multi-function vehicle.
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It will be multi-functional. I would hope to do something like start with two Prius packs on their last legs to get it rolling and then upgrade to more/better/newer as opportunity presents itself. There are more build phases, the electic conversion is only the first (then suspension and wheelbase changes, blow everything apart for refinishing, wheels & tires, interior/zombie proofing).
The area below the rear seat cushion contains the stock battery on one side and the voltage regulator on the other; a volume about equal to four stock batteries. It could be filled with pouches. Once again low and right at the center of gravity.
Do you know if Paul's controller is amenable to mixing battery types, and differing voltage inputs?