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Old 09-21-2010, 05:33 PM   #10 (permalink)
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um, wouldn't the energy required to wind it be less than the energy released? What is wrong with pedals and a chain in that application?

I wonder the size and weight required for a spring wound starter would be? Hard to get a jump start, I suppose.

Or would a pogo stick be a good vehicle to jump off of?
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I think you missed the point I was trying to make, which is that it's not rational to do either speed or fuel economy mods for economic reasons. You do it as a form of recreation, for the fun and for the challenge.
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