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Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 04-25-2018, 07:32 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 17,393
Posted By Frank Lee
Blame the consumer.

Blame the consumer.
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 04-05-2018, 05:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,254
Posted By cRiPpLe_rOoStEr
Since the military are interested in this design,...

Since the military are interested in this design, and Achates has partnered with Cummins and Fairbanks-Morse, it doesn't sound so unlikely to succeed. Well, even though Cummins has traditionally...
Forum: Hybrids 11-18-2017, 07:47 PM
Replies: 843
Views: 327,502
Posted By Bill the Engineer
It's that time of year. A reader in another forum...

It's that time of year. A reader in another forum requested to see things put back together before the car was covered over (which I had planned to do anyway...) It also makes storing the car easier...
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-17-2017, 10:29 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,500
Posted By Shepherd777
Tesla Semi Finally Revealed

Tesla finally debuted their new semi last night. Elon Musk claims 0.36 Cd.

After 18,000 man hours build time, I'm slightly biased of course, but I think my new truck is much more aerodynamic (0.26...
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-02-2017, 11:30 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 298,860
Posted By Vman455
Since I haven't had much time to work on the...

Since I haven't had much time to work on the tail, and with a 1000-mile trip to Connecticut this weekend (where I'm writing this, in view of Rhode Island), I decided to fabricate a temporary tail on...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-09-2017, 06:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,103
Posted By botsapper
Emergency range extension from Tesla

Tesla sends an emergency patch to extend the range their Teslas especially for Florida Tesla owners to let them escape from Hurricane...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 07-11-2017, 01:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,443
Posted By sendler
Battery crunch coming

Volkswagen says it needs the equivalent of 40 "gigafactories" worth of batteries by 2025 for 3 million electric cars/ year. 200GWh per year.
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"Assuming other automakers prepare similar...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-12-2017, 08:56 PM
Replies: 702
Views: 259,211
Posted By changzuki
In spite of sitting outside for decades, the...

In spite of sitting outside for decades, the original Centurion's little Kubota 750bb diesel engine runs as good as a swiss watch!
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~CrazyJerry~
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Forum: The Lounge 06-05-2017, 10:43 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,109
Posted By Daox
Hybrid hate is alive and well? Got hate flyer on the Prius this weekend

I almost forgot it was 2017 on Friday when I came home and my wife showed me this letter that someone put on the Prius while she was out shopping. It almost made me laugh at the inaccuracy and...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-14-2017, 08:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,387
Posted By JRMichler
Radio Antenna Drag

I have not removed my radio antenna, which was commented on in at least one thread. Now I know why because I finally did the calculation for drag from my radio antenna. Here's the calculation:
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Forum: Aerodynamics 05-12-2017, 09:06 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 31,082
Posted By Daox
Last night I threw a new lower grill block...

Last night I threw a new lower grill block (http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/2000-insight-5-speed-repair-build-thread-33780-26.html#post540443) on the Insight. This grill block will be...
Forum: The Lounge 04-13-2017, 07:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,260
Posted By MetroMPG
MCM looks at Cuba's car culture. (Think *you're* a creative & thrifty mechanic?)

http://ecomodder.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=21492&stc=1&d=1492127500

The guys from Australia took a road trip (?) to Cuba to experience car culture on the island.

Among other...
Forum: Hybrids 03-24-2017, 10:35 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 156,488
Posted By Hoopie
Hot Rodders

So far the older guys I've showed it to have liked it. I'm sure when I start cruising I'll get some grief. But hey, you gotta build what you're into, right?
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 02-21-2017, 10:53 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 13,221
Posted By NeilBlanchard
Chevy Bolt EV - 238 Mile Range $30K after incentives

I test drove the Bolt EV Premier with my brother Nathan and my son Nick yesterday. I am 6'-4" and ~225, Nick is 6'-6" and ~245, and Nathan is 6'-7" and ~265.
...
Forum: Hybrids 01-31-2017, 11:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,134
Posted By Stubby79
I don't believe in buying new. Fix the battery or...

I don't believe in buying new. Fix the battery or replace it.
Forum: Hybrids 01-31-2017, 09:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,134
Posted By Ecky
It's possible to build a grid charger from...

It's possible to build a grid charger from scratch for about $50, you can see how in my Insight and HCH threads in my signature. The HCH2 is notorious for battery failures. I don't know why,...
Forum: Hybrids 01-30-2017, 08:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,134
Posted By vskid3
You could try refurbishing your battery using a...

You could try refurbishing your battery using a grid charger (like this https://hybridautomotive.com/collections/store, or DIY) to balance the whole pack or take it apart and balance the modules...
Forum: Hybrids 01-30-2017, 08:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,134
Posted By S Keith
1) Disconnect the 12V for 60 seconds. 2)...

1) Disconnect the 12V for 60 seconds.
2) Reconnect
3) Start and let it charge at idle until it stops charging

Repeat 1-3 for a total of 3 times. See how long that lasts you.

It all depends...
Forum: Hybrids 01-30-2017, 07:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,134
Posted By oldtamiyaphile
The majority of hybrid efficiency comes from...

The majority of hybrid efficiency comes from basic stuff - aerodynamics and the ability to switch off the ICE at will.

Gains in electrical efficiency will only result in incremental gains on a...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 01-15-2017, 10:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,119
Posted By Daox
Accord hybrid drivetrain explained

Just watched this the other night and thought it was worth posting. Its a kind of interesting design that differs from others I've seen. Not the most efficient at lower speed, but not bad overall. ...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-02-2016, 11:29 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 139,764
Posted By Frank Lee
It's begging for a fake grille like the...

It's begging for a fake grille like the aftermarket used to sell for Corvairs.

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r262/theclencher/3db261996f0e04feefb5b88d09405b0a_zps2pcyutxa.jpg...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-27-2015, 06:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,619
Posted By freebeard
sgtlethargic -- Is what you had in mind for the...

sgtlethargic -- Is what you had in mind for the thread — a show and tell? Your dimensions sound about right for the Darko wind tunnel.

NeilBlanchard -- In the sidebar for you video i found:...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-04-2015, 09:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,690
Posted By user removed
Neat animation of torsen differential.

locker without clutches.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEiSTzK-A2A

regards
mech
Forum: Aerodynamics 03-27-2015, 09:52 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,961
Posted By elhigh
How long before Fox plays it up as unAmerican, or...

How long before Fox plays it up as unAmerican, or anti-business because it's all about burning less fuel?
Forum: Forum News & Feedback 12-08-2014, 04:36 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 23,539
Posted By MetroMPG
Talking Happy 7th to us! Get your birthday prizes! (ScanGauges, etc.)

Hard to believe it, but ...

http://ecomodder.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=16577&stc=1&d=1418074232
Photo: Sebastien Wiertz (https://www.flickr.com/photos/wiertz/) CC2.0...
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