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Subject: Re: Batteries - EV Conversion
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Bob La Londe <none@none.com99> wrote:
> 
> "The sheet metal behind it is all perfect for its age. 2013 Dodge Ram 
> 1500 Extended Cab.  Its a Dodge.  I am sure there is stuff that doesn't 
> work, but cosmetically it could be a nice truck."  Yuma, Az
> 
Apologies for the oversight....must have skipped it. 

> I rarely if ever offer anything for free anymore.  To many vultures out 
> there who profiteer off of it, rather than people with a real need who 
> would appreciate it. 

2013 is much newer than I imagined. Is scrapping it an improvement?  

> I used to, but I grew weary of chasing off carrion 
> eaters.  If I stumble across somebody, but not to the general public 
> maybe.

If you have the time that seems like the most productive use for it.
If it could be put back on the road for something close to the cost 
of a similar used truck it sounds worthwhile. A straight, rust-free 
body is irreplaceable.

Thanks for writing,

bob prohaska