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Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 11-28-2015, 07:14 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,846
Posted By digital rules
Clean MPG'S steady state MPG test on the Prius...

Clean MPG'S steady state MPG test on the Prius C-3. Pretty cool stuff.


CleanMPG Forums - View Single Post - Steady State Speed vs Fuel Economy results...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 11-12-2015, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,237
Posted By digital rules
I've used both in the Corolla & prefer the...

I've used both in the Corolla & prefer the Ultragauge. It fit's nicely above the steering column w/o really blocking gauges. Not sure if your Matrix has a similar cluster?

Also like the adjustable...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-27-2015, 03:21 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,775
Posted By digital rules
It's likely a combination of the new tires, a...

It's likely a combination of the new tires, a less rolling resistant tire & the winter fuel blend.

Higher pressures will always result in improved rolling resistance, especially between 30-50 psi.
Forum: Introductions 07-10-2015, 07:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,406
Posted By digital rules
Yes, the thinner oil may give you a slight...

Yes, the thinner oil may give you a slight improvement, especially on cold starts. OTOH, brand new tires may reduce your MPG's compared to your previous tires until they wear in a bit.
Forum: Success Stories 06-24-2015, 07:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,545
Posted By digital rules
I like to ride my bike as much as possible,...

I like to ride my bike as much as possible, especially if going to the gym. My roomates think I'm crazy, but I like hot weather.

The funniest part about going to the gym is noticing other members...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-20-2015, 12:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,721
Posted By digital rules
Luckily the OP doesn't have to worry about the...

Luckily the OP doesn't have to worry about the EPA in South Africa.;)
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-20-2015, 09:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,721
Posted By digital rules
Shouldn't be much of a difference with such a...

Shouldn't be much of a difference with such a small seasonal temperature variation.
Forum: Success Stories 05-16-2015, 10:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,029
Posted By digital rules
Do you have any kind of instrumentation?...

Do you have any kind of instrumentation? (Scanguage, Ultragauge, etc.)
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-14-2015, 02:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,395
Posted By digital rules
The secret to low speed highway stop/crawl is you...

The secret to low speed highway stop/crawl is you don't accelerate much. Basically a short pulse & glide with the engine on.

Too many long stops or speeds under 10 MPH will not produce...
Forum: Introductions 01-28-2015, 02:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 863
Posted By digital rules
Out of the box both the Ultragauge & Scangauge...

Out of the box both the Ultragauge & Scangauge are about 21-22% optimistic on my '05 manual Corolla. The actual calibration number I use on the Ultraguage is 2.186. Usually within +/- 1 MPG.
...
Forum: Instrumentation 01-27-2015, 04:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,708
Posted By digital rules
Are you using the 8 gauge per page display? I...

Are you using the 8 gauge per page display? I only see DFCO dispalyed when using the 4 or 6 gauge per page display. When on 8 guage mode, I see exactly what you are describing.

If not there is an...
Forum: Introductions 01-21-2015, 07:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,842
Posted By digital rules
Don't really see any glaring starter issues...

Don't really see any glaring starter issues mentioned on the Toyota Nation site. One poster with a 2005 Corolla still has the original starter with 270,000 miles. Hope mine lasts that long!! I do...
Forum: EcoModding Central 11-14-2014, 06:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,114
Posted By digital rules
Thanks for sharing jedi sol :thumbup: Stumbled on...

Thanks for sharing jedi sol :thumbup: Stumbled on this new tire tech video while on CNET & it looks pretty cool. What do you guys think?

CNET On Cars - Road to the Future: Airless tires - YouTube...
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 10-10-2014, 01:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,237
Posted By digital rules
A clean trunk always helps, so pay extra...

A clean trunk always helps, so pay extra attention to making it sparkle.
Forum: Success Stories 10-03-2014, 12:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,913
Posted By digital rules
Excellent, keep up the good work!!

Excellent, keep up the good work!!
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-28-2014, 06:19 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 15,966
Posted By digital rules
I use & recommend Mobil 1. Great bang for the...

I use & recommend Mobil 1. Great bang for the buck, especially in the 5 quart jug.

Anyone remember this commercial from the 80's?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beyNfMAQRlA
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 09-21-2014, 11:33 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 21,030
Posted By digital rules
Isn't tap water potentially bad for the cooling...

Isn't tap water potentially bad for the cooling system? I have always been told to use distilled water only.
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 09-10-2014, 01:58 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,300
Posted By digital rules
Are you using the 6 or 8 gauge display on the...

Are you using the 6 or 8 gauge display on the Ultraguage? The 8 gauge display doesn't always show DFCO, so I use 6 gauge.

Also, did you dial in the correct injector cutoff value in the menu? It's...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-07-2014, 12:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,647
Posted By digital rules
Yes, no conventional automatic available. I...

Yes, no conventional automatic available.

I see why the manufacturers & the EPA leftists are pushing CVT's. No thanks, I'll stick with the simple, proven manual transmission.

Taken from...
Forum: Instrumentation 09-03-2014, 07:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,699
Posted By digital rules
Yes, the loop indicator is useful for determining...

Yes, the loop indicator is useful for determining enrichment when accelerating. Enrichment usually occurs ~ 80% load for most cars.
Forum: Instrumentation 09-03-2014, 06:39 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,699
Posted By digital rules
Agreed, the 8 gauge page does not display DFCO...

Agreed, the 8 gauge page does not display DFCO accurately & you lose the open loop indicator.
Forum: Success Stories 08-29-2014, 07:19 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 161,016
Posted By digital rules
48.3 MPG Commute

A LOT more stop & crawl but with no A/C yesterday afternoon. This summer has been a hypermilers dream in the NE US!!

25 miles-Max speed 62
1 hour total time
1 carpooler (~250 pounds)
Engine...
Forum: Success Stories 08-28-2014, 07:11 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 161,016
Posted By digital rules
Rarely use A/C, but a bit too hot yesterday...

Rarely use A/C, but a bit too hot yesterday afternoon. Was really surprised how little FE was affected.

25 miles total-mostly interstate after the first ugly mile of downtown DC traffic (Ugh)
~12...
Forum: Success Stories 08-24-2014, 08:49 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 27,930
Posted By digital rules
Congratulations on your purchase, that car looks...

Congratulations on your purchase, that car looks like it has had some incredible TLC from the day it was new.

Changing the serpentine belt solved the loud cricket chirping sound on my car. I...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 08-19-2014, 03:25 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,207
Posted By digital rules
No, just makes it easier to record miles traveled...

No, just makes it easier to record miles traveled w/o instrumention when calculating MPG. 25-50 miles should work too, but the more the better.
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