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Forum: EcoModding Central 06-17-2013, 10:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 19,721
Posted By WesternStarSCR
Do your homework for YOUR model of MT

One thing I learned on my recent Toyota is that is important to find the correct SPEC (GL-4, GL-5, and / or MT-1) that your particular owners manual and / or Field Service Manual may be calling for...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-21-2013, 06:31 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 34,367
Posted By WesternStarSCR
Picture and instructions to describe this

Here is what NoD~ is talking about:

http://ecomodder.com/wiki/images/8/80/SteeringChange.JPG

Power steering delete - EcoModder...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-09-2013, 11:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,896
Posted By WesternStarSCR
Some data to add

I don't know how prevalent they are yet, but ther are coming soon.

An Electronics supplier showed me today, as an example about the power of Matlab software, a PWM ECM controlled variable speed...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-07-2013, 07:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,809
Posted By WesternStarSCR
My experience and thoughts...

1. Definitely 18" pans for your 17" wheels. My 17" pans leave just the rim open on my 16" wheels.

2. Hard to suggest a different attachment method when using aluminum. Need To secure it better...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 12-18-2012, 01:20 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 69,047
Posted By WesternStarSCR
It would be nice when all cars have ability to...

It would be nice when all cars have ability to just set a couple of parameters on the dash and gain EITHER 25 more horsepower OR 25% more MPG. Like a video game. Depending on if you are commuting to...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 12-18-2012, 12:31 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 25,075
Posted By WesternStarSCR
Welcome to Ecomodder

Thanks for the info, and for your candor on the subject regarding being a rep for Amsoil.

You make a great point that a lot of testing results never seem to mention the CONTEXT that they were...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 12-18-2012, 11:16 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 69,047
Posted By WesternStarSCR
V-tec

APEXi - V-AFC II - Nengun Performance (http://www.nengun.com/apexi/v-afc-ii)

@mcrews:
Seems to allow control over a Honda / Acura VTEC system (engagement points, fuel, etc).
Forum: The Lounge 12-14-2012, 02:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 884
Posted By WesternStarSCR
Smile Do something nice for a parent or kid today

Young, old, whoever it is, however you do it. It DOES matter to them.

If you need to spend time away from the house, to deal with emotions, on days like today (if you take it personally like me),...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 12-13-2012, 01:56 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 69,047
Posted By WesternStarSCR
Loved the last line there... had to laugh. Thanks...

Loved the last line there... had to laugh. Thanks for the complement BTW

But I think it is not too hostile, and I hope it really won't be.

I saw what the guy pushing the Amsoil additive had to...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 12-13-2012, 01:08 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 69,047
Posted By WesternStarSCR
All about cost and context of this additive, IRT its value proposition

It is the context of this thread, and cost of the additive, that makes this less of a risk, and less need of controlled conditions. If this was in fact an ABA test of a religious use of an addtive...
Forum: The Lounge 12-07-2012, 12:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,180
Posted By WesternStarSCR
Thumbs up Just wanted to say thanks to ecomodder!

Maybe it is this time of year getting to me, but I just wanted to through out a hearty THANK YOU to the admins, the moderators, and EVERYONE I have come across on ecomodder.com

Even when there is...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-07-2012, 06:27 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 19,749
Posted By WesternStarSCR
There is another thread going right now on same...

There is another thread going right now on same topic , so I wiil ask same question: anyone try 'rock wool' type insulation under hood ? Does not burn, is water and sound proof. I do not know cost or...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-05-2012, 09:50 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 87,706
Posted By WesternStarSCR
+ 1 Maybe some epoxy instead? J B weld?...

+ 1

Maybe some epoxy instead? J B weld? Shouldn't take much. Thanks for posting frequent pics.
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 12-04-2012, 02:40 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 13,495
Posted By WesternStarSCR
Quick check

OK, plug in a lamp or something on the same circuit as your heater. turn on the lamp. Does it dim when you plug in the heater, and get bright again when heater is unplugged? I know, not fancy, but...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-04-2012, 01:20 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 11,382
Posted By WesternStarSCR
Manufacturers on the record against it

"Five manufacturers (BMW,Chrysler, Nissan, Toyota and Volkswagen) are on record saying their warranties will not cover fuel-related claims caused by the use of E15. Seven additional automakers (Ford,...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-03-2012, 07:54 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 87,706
Posted By WesternStarSCR
How about DECOUPLING each shutter axis from its bent linkage end

My thought was to keep your 'axle' and your bent linkage separate. This way, you can glue the axle to your plastic.

You leave some space at the linkage end, to slip one side of a double coupler to...
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-25-2012, 01:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,739
Posted By WesternStarSCR
"The new Hakkapeliitta R has the lowest rolling resistance..."

"...of any tire in Nokian Tyres product line."


Nokian Hakkapeliitta R (http://www.nokiantires.com/tyre?id=11949&group=1.01&name=Nokian+Hakkapeliitta+R)


The guy who won the Hypermiler...
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-11-2012, 09:05 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,374
Posted By WesternStarSCR
Installed pic of the ML 350 style spat on my...

Installed pic of the ML 350 style spat on my Maxx. Not trying to hijack your thread... just sharing what i am trying. Still have to do right side... good luck on all your mods.
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Forum: Aerodynamics 10-11-2012, 12:00 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,374
Posted By WesternStarSCR
More pics - plus Mercedes ML 350 example

I will have to take better pics of the complete front view with them mounted, but this may help.

Essentially curved air dams in front of tire, like the Vibe, but a bit bigger left to right, and...
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-10-2012, 06:21 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,374
Posted By WesternStarSCR
Some air out to side, some air under... compromise spats

I have been wondering same thing, I decided on a compromise. I thought the Mercedes ML 350 (some models / recent year at least) has good factory spats. They seem to, at a minimum, keep the air off of...
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