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Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-27-2018, 01:12 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,843
Posted By puddleglum
I'm going to resurrect my old EV thread because...

I'm going to resurrect my old EV thread because dreams are a long time coming in my world. I finally have a EV project car. Although I think the low budget part may go out the window when I start...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-08-2018, 04:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,952
Posted By puddleglum
Hey, it's nice to see another fellow Albertan on...

Hey, it's nice to see another fellow Albertan on here. I can only speak from my very limited experience, none of which has been with a Civic. It may just comlicate your decision more, but I hope...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 01-27-2018, 07:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,103
Posted By puddleglum
I think the foot park brake with hand release is...

I think the foot park brake with hand release is even worse. I rarely do handbrake turns for fun or parking but it is very valuable emergency avoidance tool. When a fwd car starts to understeer on...
Forum: DIY / How-to 01-16-2018, 12:03 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,308
Posted By puddleglum
Here's my DC/DC converter installed. It seems to...

Here's my DC/DC converter installed. It seems to be working so far. I haven't decided yet if I will use it once biking season returns. I may revise it again....
Forum: Success Stories 11-19-2017, 04:12 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 161,027
Posted By puddleglum
Looking back at my records for the Echo, I...

Looking back at my records for the Echo, I realized I've managed to avg. 50+ mpg (50.9) over six months from 5/01 to 11/01 and only burnt 29.2 gallons of fuel. I really never thought that would be...
Forum: EcoModding Central 11-13-2017, 10:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,513
Posted By puddleglum
Correct me if I'm wrong but I think the stock...

Correct me if I'm wrong but I think the stock size is 155/80R13. The 165/50R15's are actually a 5.5% smaller diameter than stock. Since the question is posted by a fellow Albertan, I'm going to...
Forum: Instrumentation 09-11-2017, 12:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,890
Posted By puddleglum
In case anyone is interested, I've been in...

In case anyone is interested, I've been in contact with Linear Logic regarding upgrading my SG. Joey Snyder has been very helpful. The 4.13EM update is apparently not a part of the other upgrades...
Forum: Alternative Transportation 08-16-2017, 08:20 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 13,866
Posted By puddleglum
Sounds like a cool idea. I built one similar for...

Sounds like a cool idea. I built one similar for my son a few years ago. Sadly he can't ride it anymore. Haven't decided whether to sell it or motorize it. ...
Forum: Success Stories 07-21-2017, 12:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,755
Posted By puddleglum
There's always going to be ignorant impatient...

There's always going to be ignorant impatient people, that's for sure. Had someone honk at me the other day for not approaching a red light fast enough.
Looked at your mileage chart. You are...
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-17-2017, 11:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,009
Posted By puddleglum
I found on my Rondo that a full air dam hurt my...

I found on my Rondo that a full air dam hurt my mileage but a partial on both front corners and installing a belly pan helped. Different cars and different air dams are going to perform differently....
Forum: Introductions 07-09-2017, 04:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 843
Posted By puddleglum
Welcome. lots to learn here.

Welcome. lots to learn here.
Forum: Success Stories 07-08-2017, 01:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,904
Posted By puddleglum
51+ in the city.

I honestly didn't think I would ever see this kind of mileage short tripping in the city. 51.13 mpg and a 528 mile tank. Adjusted mileage up a little after comparing odometer with GPS. This...
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-01-2017, 04:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,596
Posted By puddleglum
I've been happy with my gen 1 Ecopia 422's. Just...

I've been happy with my gen 1 Ecopia 422's. Just okay in winter, but I also have winter tires.
Honestly, if I were only looking for tires for one or two summers, I'd look at used. What you might...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 07-01-2017, 04:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,459
Posted By puddleglum
I hope you can read this as an encouragement,...

I hope you can read this as an encouragement, lower your expectations. Don't compare yourself with the elite. Be happy with improving your personal best. You drive an automatic which severely...
Forum: Introductions 06-22-2017, 01:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,073
Posted By puddleglum
Welcome, study the aero forum. That is probably...

Welcome, study the aero forum. That is probably your best gains on the highway.
Forum: Introductions 06-18-2017, 08:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,095
Posted By puddleglum
There are lots of techniques for hypermiling that...

There are lots of techniques for hypermiling that don't involve shutting off the engine. Just do what you're comfortable with. EOC is just one of many ways to hypermile.
Forum: Introductions 06-17-2017, 12:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,095
Posted By puddleglum
Welcome, but be careful. You say you're not into...

Welcome, but be careful. You say you're not into hypermiling but it's addictive ;) Best bang for your buck IMO is a mileage computer if you car doesn't already have one. Driving style changes are...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-13-2017, 11:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,585
Posted By puddleglum
Vehicle choices and the mods we do need to fit...

Vehicle choices and the mods we do need to fit our needs and it's not a one size fits all. My needs are much different than someone else's. That said, some options are more economical than others...
Forum: Success Stories 06-10-2017, 11:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,384
Posted By puddleglum
I like the SG because it tracks tank,trip and...

I like the SG because it tracks tank,trip and daily mileage so there is nothing to reset really. It does take some work and time to get it dialed in initially to read correctly, that's the...
Forum: Success Stories 06-10-2017, 10:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,384
Posted By puddleglum
If you're still using your scangauge, or if you...

If you're still using your scangauge, or if you can change your dash display, try setting it to metric. I know it will take some getting used to, but L/100 km will be easier to track daily mileage...
Forum: Success Stories 06-10-2017, 01:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,711
Posted By puddleglum
Very Impressive! Short trips pose their own set...

Very Impressive! Short trips pose their own set of challenges but have unique opportunities as well.
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-05-2017, 11:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,032
Posted By puddleglum
Thanks guys. The kill switch connections are...

Thanks guys. The kill switch connections are soldered and then I glued the switch and wiring into place with a hot glue gun. There are no connections anywhere where the wires flex. You're right,...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-05-2017, 12:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,032
Posted By puddleglum
I am really enjoying this car. Now that warmer...

I am really enjoying this car. Now that warmer weather is here, this car is amazing me with how it good the mileage is. The kill switch has made a world of difference and I'm starting to build some...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-29-2017, 03:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,066
Posted By puddleglum
Easy. Open an a album. Select upload pics....

Easy. Open an a album. Select upload pics. select picture from your computer and upload. It should give you a message to that pic will be resized, click ok and it should upload
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-17-2017, 12:00 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,585
Posted By puddleglum
Glad to see someone started a thread like this. ...

Glad to see someone started a thread like this. Hopefully it gains some discussion momentum. What you drive and how much you drive definitely affects how much you can spend on mods and have them...
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