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Forum: Aerodynamics 09-04-2020, 05:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,269
Posted By bentring
I'm fairly certain the picture you are referring...

I'm fairly certain the picture you are referring to was taken from a 90 second video in the link I posted. I'm almost certain I remember seeing a much longer video that contains more about the...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-03-2020, 10:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,269
Posted By bentring
Although I've long been fascinated with...

Although I've long been fascinated with automobile aerodynamics, I don't have enough knowledge and interest to speak of the science, so I usually don't bother parroting what's accepted as common...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-03-2020, 10:51 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,917
Posted By bentring
From what I remember, it was a flexible material...

From what I remember, it was a flexible material that had the ability to stretch when turning and was easily unattached for entry to the rear hatch of the vehicle. I'm pretty sure it wasn't...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-02-2020, 10:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,917
Posted By bentring
Yes, I came across that site a while back on an...

Yes, I came across that site a while back on an image searching rabbit hole that led me to a picture in this thread (http://www.tnttt.com/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=68650) (don't click it JulianEdgar ;) )....
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-18-2020, 10:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,917
Posted By bentring
I've thought about maybe a lip on the trunk edge...

I've thought about maybe a lip on the trunk edge but I would be worried about making things worse overall if I interrupt the air flow on the rear glass. I think it's attached pretty well going by...
Forum: Aerodynamics 03-22-2020, 09:05 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,415
Posted By bentring
Subaru tried with the Baja. I debated on (a...

Subaru tried with the Baja. I debated on (a used) one for a long time but the comprises just didn't seem worth it.
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-03-2016, 05:35 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 89,492
Posted By bentring
This...

This (http://totalcarmagazine.com/usedcars/2013/06/14/ford_sierra_and_all_that_s_behind_it/) article has an image of the Ford Sierra being tested.
Forum: Instrumentation 06-09-2016, 11:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,954
Posted By bentring
If you want to just plug something in without...

If you want to just plug something in without fuss, the scan gauge would probably be the best bet. If you are the type that likes customization and enjoy fiddling around, I would recommend that you...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-17-2016, 05:05 PM
Replies: 1,084
Views: 255,282
Posted By bentring
A bit of looking online shows that most Vespa...

A bit of looking online shows that most Vespa models have between 700-800 pound load capacity. For something that is mainly meant to be aerodynamic and not have much load I think I would agree that...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-16-2016, 06:48 PM
Replies: 1,084
Views: 255,282
Posted By bentring
I've scoured the net on and off for the last year...

I've scoured the net on and off for the last year researching these things ever since I decided to downgrade to a car for work A decision that was partially inspired by this thread I might add.
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 04-26-2016, 09:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,152
Posted By bentring
I had a chuckle when I noticed the etrailer.com...

I had a chuckle when I noticed the etrailer.com roof rack ad on this page. I imagine the new trend of led light bars are just as bad as an unused rack...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-15-2015, 11:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 907
Posted By bentring
I was in a similar situation...

I was in a similar situation (http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/hi-folks-market-new-vehicle-31041.html) as you when I signed up here. I happen to install acoustical drop ceilings so I'm...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-13-2015, 03:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,215
Posted By bentring
http://i.imgur.com/VTthNGK.jpg Nice!

http://i.imgur.com/VTthNGK.jpg

Nice!
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-11-2015, 05:41 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,852
Posted By bentring
I totally agree on the auto reviews, but I have...

I totally agree on the auto reviews, but I have to respectfully disagree about the choice of transmission. If you are in the market for a manual, wait for one to pop up before taking a test drive. ...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-09-2015, 01:53 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,852
Posted By bentring
Congrats on the purchase. :) ...

Congrats on the purchase. :)






I think it's possible you just aren't the target consumer for this car... ;)
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-07-2015, 09:36 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,852
Posted By bentring
I think those kind of quotes are to be taken with...

I think those kind of quotes are to be taken with a grain of salt with any economy box, especially considering the reviewer might have tested three or four luxury or sports cars previously, making it...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-07-2015, 07:13 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,852
Posted By bentring
I would expect it could pull a small trailer,...

I would expect it could pull a small trailer, although you will probably void your warranty if it is discovered that you do.

I considered a Mirage (but never test drove one) when doing research...
Forum: Success Stories 05-06-2015, 11:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,119
Posted By bentring
I'm curious why a quick search makes you think...

I'm curious why a quick search makes you think this post is spam.

Is it because, when you search for the name of the product, 7 out of the first ten results are from alibaba? :D


Regarding...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 05-05-2015, 08:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,707
Posted By bentring
The rolling coal thread gave you the wrong idea,...

The rolling coal thread gave you the wrong idea, with your long term solutions. That may help our children and grandchildren but when dealing with ice and snow NOW you need to think differently.
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 04-20-2015, 08:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,764
Posted By bentring
Here's a little help for your links. (Click for...

Here's a little help for your links. (Click for bigger)


http://s10.postimg.org/3uchrwu91/IMG_20150419_163135.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/3uchrwu91/) ...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-31-2015, 12:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,371
Posted By bentring
Non-U.S. version vehicles less than 21 years old...

Non-U.S. version vehicles less than 21 years old must be modified to meet U.S.
emission and safety standards and/or to be identical to U.S. version vehicles and must
be imported by an Independent...
Forum: The Lounge 03-29-2015, 01:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,985
Posted By bentring
I think it's not as much the modifying of the...

I think it's not as much the modifying of the vehicles that is irritating as the mindset of the (typical) person performing the mods that is the issue.

You can likely thank Fast and the Furious...
Forum: Aerodynamics 03-21-2015, 02:02 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 15,589
Posted By bentring
I remember reading once that none of them have...

I remember reading once that none of them have degrees in expected fields for what they do. IIRC one of them had a foreign language degree, and any others were honorary.

Being a complete...
Forum: Success Stories 03-12-2015, 08:57 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,866
Posted By bentring
Talking Success or not? Only time will tell... (got a Versa Note 5spd to replace Ford F250)

So a few weeks ago I asked for opinions (http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/hi-folks-market-new-vehicle-31041.html) on what you folks thought about what kind of vehicle I should use for work. ...
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