17 mpg in a Jeep isnt so bad(about what I get with a V-6 Dakota,if you want a diesel Jeep way not look around for a Diesel Liberty? Anyway this would give you a good background and dispel any romance with the Diesel Jeep idea(You would know first hand)-Kevin
O.K., here is what Google netted. If you start with a suitable junked car, you can do it for $10,000. This guy got a $4000 rebate of some sort.
http://www.greenplanet3.org/ev/Home.html
Let me know when you plan on starting to turn wrenches. I will bring a 6 pack and lend a hand. I lived in Gentilly before Katrina. I have been renting in Metairie, but we plan on closing on a garage this week. The garage has a house on the property.
I think he is trying to improve his fuel economy.
Here are some examples of motorcycles converted to electric. These videos should give you an idea of what a conversion would be like.
Common Rail Diesel Cherokees and Grand Cherokees have been built in Europe for the Europen market for several years. I have also seen a Liberty CR diesel locally.