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Old 03-09-2015, 03:03 AM   #124 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by IamIan View Post
The HEV system replaces the ICE-Only need for both Alternator and Starter ..
A couple of minor corrections here. First, the Gen 1 Insight does have a starter, which will start the ICE if the IMA battery is very low, or the system is inoperative. However, the OEM 12 Volt Insight battery (which unfortunately is pretty well impossible to find) is much smaller than the group 51 used on similar Honda ICE cars, saving about ~15 lbs.

Second, the Insight's electric motor replaces the flywheel of a conventional ICE, and also serves as a dynamic balancer, saving more weight.
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