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Forum: EcoModding Central 03-10-2017, 10:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,019
Posted By Gasoline Fumes
Most block heaters are in the 400-2000 watt...

Most block heaters are in the 400-2000 watt range.

I would just use Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy oil. Available in 0w-20 or 0w-30. I use the 20. Cheapest way to get it is in 5 quart jugs at...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-10-2017, 09:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,019
Posted By stovie
Partial kammback - Partial Kammback - EcoModder...

Partial kammback - Partial Kammback - EcoModder (http://ecomodder.com/wiki/index.php/Partial_Kammback)

From what I understand a block heater can get you to temperature for pennies, were as if your...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-10-2017, 03:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,019
Posted By ECO-AKJ
Manual or Auto, grille block, wheel...

Manual or Auto,


grille block, wheel covers, lower belly pans, partial kammback, ya know, all that stuff I still have to do to my car!!!
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-10-2017, 08:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,019
Posted By Daschicken
Absolutely this is the best place to start a...

Absolutely this is the best place to start a thread, unless you are going all-out aero, then the aerodynamics forum might be better. Lets start with the basics, what is your commute like?
Forum: Hybrids 03-09-2017, 10:30 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 157,586
Posted By Hoopie
It runs.

http://ecomodder.com/forum/member-hoopie-albums-1946+chevy+hybrid+truck-picture7554-help-crt-electronics-runs.jpg

So on February 10th we were able to get everything together and I heard it run for...
Forum: Hybrids 03-09-2017, 09:34 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 157,586
Posted By Hoopie
Wheels and tires

So first gen Prii have a 4x100 bolt pattern. Also the track is much narrower. So I searched the inter web and found a 4x100 to 5 x 4.5 adapter that was 2" wide. This way I can run 5 lug steel wheels...
Forum: Hybrids 03-09-2017, 09:16 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 157,586
Posted By Hoopie
Inspiration

I had a car with electrical issues and decided to talk with a local guy who's know for being any expert with finding gremlins in cars. When I drove up I noticed a ton of Prii in his lot. In the...
Forum: Hybrids 03-09-2017, 09:03 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 157,586
Posted By Hoopie
January 19th 2017

So after I took a break for the holidays I decided to weld the two together. This was a bit stressful. I measured, nudged, measured, tugged, measured until I thought/hoped it was true. Then said a...
Forum: EcoModding Central 02-13-2017, 08:57 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By ThermionicScott
Glad that you fared alright, Hockeynut! It's...

Glad that you fared alright, Hockeynut! It's amazing how much safer even subcompacts are these days. Good luck with the insurance stuff. :thumbup:
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-08-2016, 10:21 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By 3dplane
No problem! Thanks to you for running these great...

No problem! Thanks to you for running these great sites! I learned a lot from them and of course the smart people that post on them!



Unfortunately something I had to do. In the beginning I...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-08-2016, 08:51 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By MetroMPG
Thanks again for sharing your knowledge about...

Thanks again for sharing your knowledge about these cars, 3dplane.
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-03-2016, 07:41 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By 3dplane
If it means anything I have around 58k miles on...

If it means anything I have around 58k miles on mine with no problems.(other than the rear axle alignment which is fixed now).

I also happen to work at a dealer that is also a Mitsubishi dealer,...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-03-2016, 07:08 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By ME_Andy
Dude, don't trade a good car for a hypothetical,...

Dude, don't trade a good car for a hypothetical, minor problem 50k down the road (which would still be under warranty, too)
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-23-2015, 08:03 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By user removed
The "B" average mpg gauge is currently reading...

The "B" average mpg gauge is currently reading 56.3 compared to the 55.84 actual since purchased from my fuel log. It seems to be getting closer as the miles pile up. Take the current odometer...
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-19-2015, 10:05 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By user removed
Passed the 7k miles mark, today. I went to an...

Passed the 7k miles mark, today. I went to an auction that had a bunch of Japanese swords but some one else wanted them more than I. They paid well. Stopped by the $1.819 gas station on the way home...
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-09-2015, 09:52 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By user removed
I checked all 4 tires today and every groove in...

I checked all 4 tires today and every groove in all 4 tires was between 7 and 8/32nds (inch) with all the 7 readings all over the 7 level. That's with 6326 miles on the odometer. The right rear is...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-31-2015, 10:57 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By user removed
The stainless rod mics at .325 inch, fairly...

The stainless rod mics at .325 inch, fairly substantial. The turnbuckle I picked up with several other pieces at a yard sale.

The rod came from a crib that was recalled because the side panels...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-13-2015, 09:02 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By MetroMPG
Thanks for the update, Hockeynut.

Thanks for the update, Hockeynut.
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-11-2015, 05:41 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
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 05-11-2015, 02:30 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By user removed
I was crawling through that section of the owners...

I was crawling through that section of the owners manual. I used to reset the Fiesta every trip so the auto reset function actually is my preference. I found when you run it through a complete tank...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-10-2015, 07:40 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By user removed
I got the real test today. Stupid municipalities...

I got the real test today. Stupid municipalities decide this is the time to grind the top layer of pavement off several of my favorite routes, loose gravel and a pack of morons to spray it all over...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-10-2015, 05:58 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,087
Posted By 3dplane
Congrats on the new Mirage! You are going...

Congrats on the new Mirage!

You are going to enjoy it!

Mine got 29K miles on it and I love it just like when it was brand new!

The only ONE issue I had with it is the rear alignment being...
Forum: Introductions 06-07-2014, 04:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,628
Posted By The Other Andy
Not sure how 'hardcore' I qualify as, but on both...

Not sure how 'hardcore' I qualify as, but on both the Scanguage and my tank to tank calculations I've noticed jack squat as far as a difference between regular and mid-grade (even if the mid-grade...
Forum: Introductions 06-07-2014, 12:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,628
Posted By pgfpro
I'm not to sure what his point is but most...

I'm not to sure what his point is but most factory turbo cars have a oil cooler on the oil filter housing. So they run a shorter filter then a N/A engine? He was for some reason trying to compare his...
Forum: Introductions 06-07-2014, 12:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,628
Posted By UltArc
I hope so, too. The only one remotely near me is...

I hope so, too. The only one remotely near me is charging $4.499 a gallon. Thank goodness for good mpg keeping $/mile at .1.
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