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The Tesla unit requires 400 volts to run so I figured I would hit it with a rock or somethingI am dubious about the possibilities for using any hybrid electric AC system on any non-hybrid vehicle.
Hybrids need a special PAG oil in the AC system because regular PAG is conductive. This wouldn't be an issue, but hybrid AC compressors are high-voltage devices, running off the HV traction battery. Doesn't sound like much of an issue, until you consider that regular automotive electrical systems run on 12-14V, a normal household system is 110-220, and hybrid HV system usually runs in the neighborhood of 300V.
I guess what I am asking is, how are you going to power the unit?