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Forum: Introductions 04-24-2018, 04:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,235
Posted By elhigh
I added pizza pans to my Prius. It hasn't made a...

I added pizza pans to my Prius. It hasn't made a big enough difference for me to spot, but it looks pretty good.

If you have a Gordon Food Supply, they have super cheap ones made of aluminum. I...
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-30-2017, 12:33 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 26,190
Posted By aerohead
Is it better to

It depends.
Hucho suggests that for the optimum drag reduction,you'd convert the notchback to a Kammback.
However,there is evidence that it's not a one-size-fits-all solution.
Evidently,we'd have...
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-26-2017, 11:42 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 26,190
Posted By freebeard
The thread on this runs 172 pages since 2013-01. ...

The thread on this runs 172 pages since 2013-01.

http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/elio-motors-next-big-thing-24513.html
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-25-2017, 07:24 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 26,190
Posted By gone-ot
HAVE they actually *sold & delivered" ANY...

HAVE they actually *sold & delivered" ANY vehicles yet?
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-25-2017, 11:18 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 26,190
Posted By freebeard
I'd say just the opposite. Review this: An...

I'd say just the opposite. Review this: An Illustrated History Of Automotive Aerodynamics: Part 3 (1960 – Present)...
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-24-2017, 12:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 26,190
Posted By aerohead
oiled panel

here,you can see Pininfarina doing this with the CNR car they developed between 1976 and '78
http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj622/aerohead2/Untitled13_13.jpg...
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-22-2017, 12:59 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 26,190
Posted By ChopStix
I have a pilot friend who races Long EZ...

I have a pilot friend who races Long EZ airplanes. His advise on vortex generators was to paint used engine oil on the surface you would like to add them to. Then go drive on the highway for a few...
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-22-2017, 12:00 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 26,190
Posted By freebeard
All the Kyle Drives videos are good. Have...

All the Kyle Drives videos are good.

Have you thought about air dams and Coanda nozzles?
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-27-2011, 11:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,598
Posted By Frank Lee
I looked at all the links. Some are good, some...

I looked at all the links. Some are good, some are not, but the bottom line is you are not racing and you will not benefit from any of that.

I myself made a mistake many years ago by buying...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-24-2011, 01:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,598
Posted By Frank Lee
GM did make a 153 CID straight 4 for their Chevy...

GM did make a 153 CID straight 4 for their Chevy IIs from '62 to '70; then after that the 151 CID "Iron Duke" (available from '77 on in the Ventura and other things...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-24-2011, 01:43 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,598
Posted By saand
kylaeyadon, looks like your doing a lot of...

kylaeyadon, looks like your doing a lot of interesting and fun mods.
I have been modding my auto mazda 626 so you might be able to find some useful "easy" and cheap mods if you look at what i have...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-27-2011, 01:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,598
Posted By Frank Lee
There's no factory blocking piece for that HVAC...

There's no factory blocking piece for that HVAC inlet. I doubt much air is flowing through it anyway when the blower and controls are off... so I'd leave it. Or, try taping or blocking it somehow and...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-26-2011, 06:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,598
Posted By War_Wagon
I can't remember what year GM switched from...

I can't remember what year GM switched from points style distributors to HEI's, but if your car still has points, swap in an HEI distributor. Any truck wrecking yard will have one, as the 250 was in...
Forum: EcoModding Central 02-13-2011, 04:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,598
Posted By Frank Lee
The reasons I suggested the 3 speed trans are...

The reasons I suggested the 3 speed trans are they are cheap, they are O.E.M. and thus every little thing for a direct bolt-in is available, and last but not least the I6 has a very, very broad and...
Forum: EcoModding Central 02-13-2011, 07:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,598
Posted By dcb
The saginaw 4 speed is probably the most cost...

The saginaw 4 speed is probably the most cost effective option, they are easy to rebuild (replace seals and synchros) and "light".
GM SAGINAW 4 SPEED TRANSMISSION CAST IRON "EXCELLENT" - eBay (item...
Forum: EcoModding Central 02-12-2011, 01:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,598
Posted By WE3ZS
When I did my El Camino 5 speed swap (from a...

When I did my El Camino 5 speed swap (from a factory 4 speed saginaw...RARE) I had to mod the trans crossmember by lowering the mount point by about 2 inches or so, had to cut about 2/3 the way...
Forum: EcoModding Central 01-16-2011, 08:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,598
Posted By WE3ZS
Kyle, I think we all agree that a trans swap is a...

Kyle, I think we all agree that a trans swap is a good idea for your ride. Going the auto 200R4 or 700R4 route as redneck suggested will give you the much needed OD but will require the addition of...
Forum: EcoModding Central 01-15-2011, 12:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,598
Posted By redneck
1st off. Did you read...? 65+ Vehicle...

1st off. Did you read...?

65+ Vehicle modifications for better fuel economy - EcoModder.com (http://ecomodder.com/forum/fuel-economy-mpg-modifications.php)

And

100+ Hypermiling / ecodriving...
Forum: EcoModding Central 01-15-2011, 12:21 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,598
Posted By Frank Lee
I made headlight covers for my '74 Nova. Picked...

I made headlight covers for my '74 Nova. Picked up at least 5 mpg.
Forum: Introductions 12-01-2010, 08:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,100
Posted By endurance
How are you going to be driving this car? Mostly...

How are you going to be driving this car? Mostly city (stop and go) or highway? The reason I ask is if it's primarily city, losing weight is going to gain you a lot more than aeromods. If you're...
Forum: Introductions 11-22-2010, 05:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,100
Posted By mcrews
If you need tires anytime soon, and drive on the...

If you need tires anytime soon, and drive on the freeway more than 50% of the time. Think about going 1 size up. 215/70 to a 225/70 for example. That will lower the rpm a little bit and improve mpg.
Forum: Introductions 11-22-2010, 04:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,100
Posted By saand
kyleyadon, sounds like a fun project you have...

kyleyadon, sounds like a fun project you have ahead of you.
Just a suggestion which you probably wont like but ill say it anyway, you will find it far easier to get higher MPG with a 2 liter manual....
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-22-2010, 01:10 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 25,009
Posted By 3-Wheeler
Take a look at the AeroHead Streamlining Template...

Take a look at the AeroHead Streamlining Template and many other related topics on this site. The streamlining template is the "mother shape" that all of us should aspire to achieve in our vehicle...
Forum: Introductions 11-22-2010, 08:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,100
Posted By bikin' Ed
Save your $$

The hi performance intake and exhaust won't show you much in mpg gains below 3000 rpm. As an ecomodder you'll rarely be there, so the current set up is about all you'll need.

If you've got money...
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