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Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 04-01-2018, 11:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,299
Posted By SoobieOut
New Boxer Engine Pickup get 37 MPG

Watched this YouTube video of a new engine technology tested in a F150 Pickup, gets 37 gas and 42 diesel, Both use no spark plugs.

Amazing if true. But the Aramco Logo on the truck side makes me...
Forum: Forum News & Feedback 12-15-2017, 11:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,276
Posted By SoobieOut
So it begins, the end of Internet Neutrality....

So it begins, the end of Internet Neutrality....
Forum: Hybrids 02-15-2017, 01:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,175
Posted By SoobieOut
Well I bit the bullet and bought a BumbleBee...

Well I bit the bullet and bought a BumbleBee battery. Replaced the old one and sent back the core. So far I'm amazed at the power, as well as restored the MPG to 44 MPG.

The battery is suppose...
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 02-06-2017, 10:58 PM
Replies: 1,527
Views: 221,956
Posted By SoobieOut
Went to the Barrett Jackson car auction this...

Went to the Barrett Jackson car auction this year. A few good VW's for sale but this was over the top!!

1965 VOLKSWAGEN TYPE II 21-WINDOW DELUXE BUS - 200656...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-24-2015, 01:05 AM
Replies: 246
Views: 35,764
Posted By SoobieOut
Been following this crisis for VW. Appears...

Been following this crisis for VW.

Appears the main issue here is outright fraud by the company to trick the test equipment.

The concept of self regulation by publicly traded companies is...
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-05-2014, 10:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,305
Posted By SoobieOut
Aero front buses

On a recent trip to Turkey spotted this bus with a very different front end from the usual in the US.

Don't know the CdA numbers but I suspect it is lower than the average Greyhound bus.
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 09-16-2014, 11:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,461
Posted By SoobieOut
Worlds fastest Electric Motorcycle sets record

Really cool project cycle done in a 2 car garage!!

Colorado Couple Build World's Fastest Electric Motorcycle - Business Insider...
Forum: Hybrids 05-19-2014, 08:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,474
Posted By SoobieOut
New type of Hybrid called a HyBoost

I think this is the future for hybrids. Getting the most of a small engine.

The video goes into detail of the new technology,

Jay Leno's Garage goes eco with Ricardo HyBoost - Autoblog...
Forum: Hybrids 05-03-2014, 11:11 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 13,794
Posted By SoobieOut
I have been happy with my 2006 HCH II. No issues...

I have been happy with my 2006 HCH II. No issues and get 45 to 50 MPG US with every tank.

Had it for 4 years now. I agree with the comments, the brakes are touchy and the CVT can jerk a bit at...
Forum: Hybrids 03-08-2014, 05:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,217
Posted By SoobieOut
Your right about the firmware update. My...

Your right about the firmware update. My mileage dropped about 5% after the last recall update. Honda claims this was done to preserve battery life, in other words, the computer will not allow the...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 03-08-2014, 01:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,732
Posted By SoobieOut
Excellent CVT video demonstration by a college instructor

Ran across this instructional youtube video, which answered my questions about how the CVT works.

Extremely knowledgeable speaker demonstrating with a cutaway transmission....
Forum: Success Stories 08-24-2013, 04:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,603
Posted By SoobieOut
Very nice indeed

Very nice indeed
Forum: The Lounge 03-05-2013, 01:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,870
Posted By SoobieOut
Never underestimate how little our congress knows...

Never underestimate how little our congress knows about any subject matter. Especially matters dealing with science, men or machines...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-03-2012, 09:55 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 87,672
Posted By SoobieOut
I applaude your project and innovation, However...

I applaude your project and innovation, However I wonder about the durablity of the coroplast at various angles of attack relative to the airflow.

One alternative is to use an aluminum damper...
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-23-2012, 08:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,873
Posted By SoobieOut
Cool video about MAN trucks new aero designs

Found this video about the new MAN truck design after seeing this on a news report.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akUvpkQtep4

Found it very well done.
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 10-05-2012, 02:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,293
Posted By SoobieOut
Gas usage by state and county

Found this good article that shows per capita gallons used by region in the USA.

Thought you might find it interesting.

MAP: Gas Consumption In America - Business Insider...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-13-2012, 11:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 855
Posted By SoobieOut
Rental Car MPG

I have been working out of town for the past 6 months, so each week I get to try out a different rental car.

One thing I have noticed on the cars that have a instant MPG display, is that the...
Forum: Hybrids 01-01-2012, 10:15 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,031
Posted By SoobieOut
FYI Just got the paperwork in the mail for...

FYI

Just got the paperwork in the mail for this lawsuit settlement.

They are offering $100 for the poor fuel economy and an additional $100 for the 2006-2008 HCH subclass who feel that the...
Forum: Forum News & Feedback 10-22-2011, 12:26 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 23,979
Posted By SoobieOut
"EV OPTIMIZER" Continuously optimizing...

"EV OPTIMIZER"

Continuously optimizing performance for your EV.
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-19-2011, 11:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 921
Posted By SoobieOut
Project Photofly Software

Just read an article in wired magazine about a free program from Autodesk that stitches together 30 -40 pictures and makes a 3D model of the subject.

Here's videos of a car and a human head using...
Forum: Introductions 09-04-2011, 02:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,620
Posted By SoobieOut
Welcome JatMat. I would start with the tire...

Welcome JatMat.

I would start with the tire pressure, go to the maximum listed on the tire.

Try coasting down a hill in neutral, without apply the brakes. If is slows or stays steady there...
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-13-2011, 01:13 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 71,165
Posted By SoobieOut
Very well done!! Congratulations on the numbers!...

Very well done!! Congratulations on the numbers!

Would love to see an added section, perhaps a trailer hitch boat tail?

I remember as a kid watching a newsreel of a Goodyear, inflatable...
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 06-14-2011, 11:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,701
Posted By SoobieOut
Worlds fastest Helicopter

Amazing story about the X2, worlds fastest Helicopter!

Pilot Recounts Taming World’s Fastest Helicopter | Autopia | Wired.com (http://www.wired.com/autopia/2011/06/kevin-bredenbeck-sikorsky-x2/)
Forum: Aerodynamics 04-06-2011, 11:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,349
Posted By SoobieOut
Here's a link to how the one on Chevy Cruze will...

Here's a link to how the one on Chevy Cruze will work.

In Focus - Chevrolet Cruze's (active) Shutter Grille | Auto Tech Blog...
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-11-2010, 03:14 PM
Replies: 206
Sticky: CdA list
Views: 245,640
Posted By SoobieOut
Does the car width include mirrors?

Does the car width include mirrors?
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