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Old 03-08-2010, 05:11 PM   #3 (permalink)
orange4boy
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In the Prius 70˚ is the magic number at which point FE savings are largest because once you reach that the engine doesn't run when it's not needed.

I also have sealed off my engine compartment with a grille block and foam weather stripping to keep all that heat in.
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