09-08-2010, 11:14 AM
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Extreme Hypermiling: 10k lb Truck Edition
Well Guys this is it.
The ultimate challenge of my hypermiling skills. I have a 10 000 lb, 16' cube van, loaded with equipment. I have an 800 km trip. And, I have a fuel economy rating of 22L/100km on the highway, and 40L/100 km in the city.
Initial testing has given me a result of 18L/100km in combined city /highway driving.
Will post results after todays 8 hour drive. There will be tears, though, mostly from whoever gets stuck behind me...
Wish me luck!!
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09-08-2010, 11:48 AM
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Haha, good luck.  |
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09-08-2010, 01:02 PM
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good luck!
Keep it slow, and enjoy your long coasting distances.
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09-08-2010, 04:35 PM
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Quote:
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Will post results after todays 8 hour drive. There will be tears, though, mostly from whoever gets stuck behind me...
Wish me luck!!
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I'll wish you good mileage, no rain and no traffic jams ! 
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09-09-2010, 03:19 AM
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I will add a tail wind to the good wishes.
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09-10-2010, 11:33 AM
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Don't forget to check that tire pressure ...
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09-13-2010, 12:32 PM
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omg what numbers, 5.88 city mpg, 10.69 highway mpg, and 13 mpg us is what u got.
oh let us know
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11-12-2010, 10:46 AM
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Am i missing something ? Where are the results ?
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11-12-2010, 07:44 PM
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I am also confused.
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omg what numbers, 5.88 city mpg, 10.69 highway mpg, and 13 mpg us is what u got.
oh let us know
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Is this a question? |
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11-14-2010, 03:00 AM
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Grillblock? wheel covers? underbody cover? warm air intake? kammback *laughs*?
I wish you luck...
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