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Forum: Aerodynamics 11-30-2021, 10:21 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,070
Posted By Blacktree
Gears & Gasoline recently made a video where they...

Gears & Gasoline recently made a video where they cut the fuel economy of their Insight in half, by ruining the aero (among other things). They were not driving at high speeds.

Next time I see...
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-29-2021, 07:31 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,070
Posted By Isaac Zachary
Let me make a list of all the scientific research...

Let me make a list of all the scientific research that proves that aerodynamics don't have an effect until 60mph:

List
End of list

Wait, if we modify the statement a little there is some...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-07-2016, 11:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,214
Posted By oil pan 4
High amp connections for wiring electric motors

I have been doing the plant electrician thing for a while now and settled on the best way to make splices for high amp connections for wiring up an electric motor, also building and repairing my own...
Forum: Aerodynamics 04-07-2016, 10:35 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 18,190
Posted By Shepherd777
AirFlow Truck Company StarShip Aero

Hello fellow EcoModders -

I haven't posted in a while, and I won't be able to do build pic updates like I did with the BulletTruck due to confidentially agreements. But here's what I can show on...
Forum: Aerodynamics 02-25-2015, 05:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,683
Posted By EVmetro
I never snapped a pic of the back, but here is a...

I never snapped a pic of the back, but here is a pic of the back of another grill block that I have on my 93 Metro. The grill block above has similar attachments. The 93 bumper has vertical...
Forum: Aerodynamics 02-25-2015, 03:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,683
Posted By EVmetro
Basic Grill block on a budget (fiberglass & bondo -- Geo Metro)

First, I masked off the bumper opening with masking tape, and sprayed it with mold release. Then I wrapped some fiberglass down into the opening and let it set up a little. Then I covered the...
Forum: Aerodynamics 01-25-2015, 11:21 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 19,005
Posted By graysgarage
Automotive Aerodynamics (video series)

Hey guys,

I recently started a video series on automotive aerodynamics. During my research for each episode, I am often directed to this forum. So I thought I'd share my findings, enjoy!
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-04-2014, 08:48 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 18,277
Posted By jedi_sol
Almost OEM Lower grill block 2013 Subaru Impreza WRX STI

Almost OEM Lower grill block

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See also: http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/almost-oem-upper-grill-block-v4-0-2013-a-30182.html
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Sorry for the lack of pictures, I was trying to...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-12-2014, 06:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,675
Posted By Vekke
https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v...

https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/10599493_943028102377742_272984933471013843_n.jpg?oh=4006c193a7525f8287451b9c79f15a7e&oe=54962291
If you know a new place you could use...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-27-2014, 07:23 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 44,284
Posted By RiderofBikes
Ok ok, so after a year or so hiatus, I'm back......

Ok ok, so after a year or so hiatus, I'm back... but luckily didn't stop my quest!
I will mostly post pics in the beginning in multiple entries as I play catch-up with my free-time. I'm gonna try...
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-24-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 13,946
Posted By Recumpence
I just don't want that argument brought into this...

I just don't want that argument brought into this thread.

Matt
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-19-2013, 02:06 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 13,946
Posted By Otto
One reason for reduced drag is the location of...

One reason for reduced drag is the location of the foglights: Consider one of those color-coded pressure graphics showing air pressure along a car body, where red is the highest pressure, and blue...
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-19-2013, 08:09 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 13,946
Posted By Recumpence
The grilles are made from 1/8 inch thick G10...

The grilles are made from 1/8 inch thick G10 Garolite (Epoxiglass). I used the stock grille and fog light bezels as templates and cut it with a saber saw. I taped the material to prevent surface...
Forum: EcoModding Central 11-07-2013, 11:12 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 55,663
Posted By BongoBennie
WOW, some of you guys have worse egos that the...

WOW, some of you guys have worse egos that the ricer kids that build their cars in this fashion, I have never been MORE interested in a tuner article, not because they know any better but because of...
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-02-2013, 04:38 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 24,796
Posted By whatmaycome14
Thumbs up Front Air Dam ABA test results: 7.49% increase in MPG at 60 mph (2003 Honda Civic DX)

http://ecomodder.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=17558&stc=1&d=1431524204

http://ecomodder.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=17559&stc=1&d=1431524204
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-16-2013, 11:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,660
Posted By MetroMPG
Just a note for everyone, FYI: you're welcome to...

Just a note for everyone, FYI: you're welcome to post summaries/excerpts of articles from other sites, but please avoid copy/pasting entire articles.

Best to quote relevant sections, and link to...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-31-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 55,663
Posted By Cd
Thumbs up Import Tuner Magazine : Project Sipper ('92 Civic VX)

I just saw that Import Tuner magazine has a project car ( A '92 Civic VX ) that they will try to get the best MPG out of that they can.

So far they are concentrating on weight reduction, and seem...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 04-07-2013, 12:30 PM
Replies: 1,316
Views: 336,888
Posted By oil pan 4
Buy a trailer (instead of a pickup truck)

I have found that owning a trailer has some advantages over a large pickup.
Sometimes your line of work calls for a giant 4wd pickup but thats not the case for most of us.

This is a thread for...
Forum: Aerodynamics 04-10-2012, 11:19 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 53,062
Posted By Sven7
This won't help aero but... just do it ok? :D ...

This won't help aero but... just do it ok? :D

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7018/6767196269_e6a0cd8d59_o.jpg
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 01-03-2012, 11:20 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,643
Posted By Ladogaboy
Well, if you want to talk total ownership price...

Well, if you want to talk total ownership price between EVs (with battery packs that will eventually need replacing) and ICE vehicles, you also need to take into account the number maintenance items...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 01-03-2012, 11:19 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,643
Posted By Ryland
I'm not sure where they got the $15,000 battery...

I'm not sure where they got the $15,000 battery price but for $8,600 I can buy lithium batteries, shipped to my door that would give equivalent range to what the Leaf has and that is before any...
Forum: EcoModding Central 01-01-2012, 09:39 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 51,887
Posted By jime57
I tried these tests myself and got a slightly...

I tried these tests myself and got a slightly different result, but only slightly.

I think that one potential problem the OP had was that his method did not adequately warm up the engine and...
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-12-2011, 07:44 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 25,883
Posted By MetroMPG
Moral of the story: obviously... tire choice can...

Moral of the story: obviously... tire choice can have an enormous impact on vehicle efficiency!

Stuff I learned:


I was surprised how much better the RE92's were - not only did they have the...
Forum: Aerodynamics 01-12-2010, 09:35 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 27,977
Posted By cfg83
Serving Tray Racing Disk ...

Hello -

I think I finally cracked the problem of my alloy wheels not being amenable to racing disk mods. Here is my normal OEM alloy wheel:
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 01-04-2010, 10:06 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 110,075
Posted By Fubeca
Here is a picture looking toward the front...

Here is a picture looking toward the front driver's side from the back.

http://ecomodder.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=5293&stc=1&d=1262660607

You can see the strips of 1/4" plywood...
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