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Originally Posted by jgubser
So I'm new and drive the antithesis of aerodynamics--an '06 SCION XB. I've been doing some general non-eco modding (interior and sound system), but want to do some stuff to improve fuel efficiency as well. I'm thinking about NGK iridium plugs, an afe air filter, and smoothies, probably caps b/c they're cheaper. Here's my question. Can I do baby moons or whatver they're called, where it's just the center cap on top of the steelies, or does it need to be the whole cap? For looks and price, I'd prefer the baby moons (I'm not going to use pizza pans), but ultimately I want to improve my mileage to lessen my impact, so I'll go with the full ones if that's what it takes.
Here's a pic of the center moon caps: http://www.autoamenity.com/images/Nubs-MoonInst.jpg
Here's the full caps: Smoothie Hubcaps 15 inch
and stainless without the lip: Google Image Result for http://www.autoamenity.com/images/RD-4.jpg
Thanks for your input! Peace. |
I do not know of any documentation on anything other than full,flush wheel covers,so I can't help on the Baby-Moon question.
If you'll check the seminars and mod data,you'll find a section on wheels.You can see what others have achieved and compare that to your xB and see if they make sense.
Also,if you can find any kind of flush-type snap-on covers,put them on,tape them closed and test for mpg.
If you like the results,then perhaps the cost of the real thing is justified.