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Originally Posted by basjoos
As little as possible. In addition to the mileage loss, brake linings are a consumable and you use a little of it up each time you apply the brakes.
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I'm almost afraid to ask how you manage this. With my full-size RAM, brakes are a necessity! I am slowly getting better at adjusting my driving habits, as I now start coasting up to lights and stop signs sometimes a block or more before the intersection, even in 25 mph zones. That took some mental adjustment!
I have got to hand it to you basjoos, the results of your work are impressive. I appreciate you sharing with us. I am taking some inspiration from your efforts on the Aerocivic. I don't see the ECONORAM making 95 mpg or a 0.20 Cd in its future, but I am aiming for for a Cd of about 0.36...which should help fuel economy approach 30 mpg.
Which reminds me; I greatly appreciate the caliber of folks here at ecomodder. It does not matter what you drive, everyone here is willing to offer advice to enable you to improve...
@81rabbitdiesel, even a mild airdam on the front will help you a bit. I fabbed one from sheet metal years ago and was able to get a little more top end. However, I didn't know enough to realize I should have done some testing!? I also suggest you get an early dual outlet exhaust manifold and a Techtonics Tuning 2" exhaust. It's worth hp and fits the car great! Paint it with high-heat paint before you install if you live in the salt belt... Even a little quieter than the factory muffler, I thought. I also suggest a poly front motor mount to keep the engine from rocking. It barely increases vibes in the cab, but the car will feel like you added a few more hp...