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Hi MikeMcA, I would suggest a new plan to cover your planned route in an I-Miev: hire a car transport service! Seriously. The range at Thruway speeds is going to drop like sand through an hourglass. Even if you were to span the 50+ mile gaps and arrive at at a level 3 charger, you will only...

The front rotors on both sides of our car used to adhere to the pads so solidly after exposure to wet driving conditions that breaking the rotors free afterwards would actually fracture the pads and cause small pieces to fall off and drag against the rotor; I discovered this when dismounting the...

Perhaps you should check that low brake fluid is not causing ineffective braking and a brake warning light? https://ibb.co/yqf7Z48

I would love an opportunity to purchase an Ecohitch!

Vacuum pump replacement at local dealer service department can be performed in about 45 minutes once appropriate part is in stock. Installation includes new rubber grommets /eyelets which very effectively isolate the three point bracket beneath the pump from the car body.

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is recalling an estimated 2,106 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles because water may penetrate the brake assist vacuum pump. This scenario can cause corrosion and result in failure of the brake vacuum pump. If the brake vacuum pump malfunctions, the driver will...

Hi tinglyfeet, Another option that you should consider if you are looking to purchase a 2012 SE is this one in SoCal: https://www.southcoastmitsubishi.com/vehicle-details/used-2012-mitsubishi-i-miev-es-costa-mesa-ca-id-31100131 It is a low mileage SE premium with QC and the Manufacturer's...

Thanks for sharing your enthusiasm for iMiEV firewood scavenging! :D I would never attempt to operate a 15 ampere electric saw that draws 1,700 watts continuously from an inverter attached to a car battery! I have melted home wiring and tripped 20 amp circuit breakers repeatedly when working...

Wow, those photos qualify you as a bonafide lumberjack! :D Does the electric cord peeking out from under the wood in the second photo mean that you bucked the logs using an electric saw? :?: Would love to see a photo of how the rear suspension/wheels/tires were riding under that extreme...

Big shout out :D to members of this forum for emphasizing the need to monitor the health of aging auxiliary batteries. Used a conductance tester to determine that our factory installed (December 2011) Yuasa battery was degraded by use, time, and temperature fluctuation. The vehicle never...

I wrapped the base of the unmodified armrest with a single layer of duct tape and wedged it into the cupholder; in our experience following this simple installation procedure the armrest will bear elbow weight without shifting position. :D

JoeS, Couldn't agree more with your assessment of the outstanding value represented by a new i-MiEV in today's marketplace. A dealer accepted our NADA clean retail price offer of $11, 995 for a new 2012 SE model last year resulting in a $5 net transaction profit to us after the $7,500 federal...

Hi Oilerlord, Why not go all in and take your wife for a test drive in an i3? The screaming drivetrain, sumptuous interior, and refined telematics will win her over and you will have a wicked fun way to expend all of your excess kWh from the solar array! The ridiculously low acquisition and...

JoeS - You are very welcome! :D Found the item using an eBay search which links to a speed shop vendor (http://www.getfast1.com/HOS-83063-325--25-x-5-Straight-4-Ply-Silicone-Intake-Intercooler-Reducer-Coupler-Black_p_6073.html).

Use of the dashboard cupholders in the iMiEV for any object with a diameter larger than a soda can requires overcoming the dimensional constraints of the 2.5" x 2.5" square opening. An ideal solution which allows use of the front cupholders for large diameter drink bottles is provided by...

Hi bennelson, While the description of your road trip is immensely entertaining, a drama-free alternative for transporting a MiEV over long distances across state lines to or from a dealership which we have employed is hiring a car transporter service for door-to-door relocation from your home...

Hi tigger19687, Treat yourself to some heated motorcycle gear (http://www.thewarmingstore.com)! I know a cyclist who rides all over New England year round wearing a 12V heated jacket, pants, gloves, hat, socks, etc. Use a portable LI-ion battery or plug-in to the dashboard socket in your MiEV...

See photos below of rear cupholder and front storage bin in use.

JoeS, You are welcome; happy to contribute to your wicked good forum! Steve in Boston

Below is a photo of the installed armrest. I did not bother to remove the Yaris tab from the cupholder insert and did not use any of the supplied hardware because the friction joint with the MiEV cupholder provides all the support one needs. Notice that there is no obstruction for seat back...