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DIY / How-to
01-05-2013, 09:01 PM
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CarBEN EV5 Full Sized Prototype Construction - 5 Seat Electric Car From Scratch
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yep even worked for a company once called...
yep even worked for a company once called hydraulic drives ,how about you some great work on the zoleco I read about that completely some months ago
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EcoModding Central
12-28-2012, 09:46 PM
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less air intake
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your engine is a positive displacement pump the...
your engine is a positive displacement pump the slower it turns the better your fuel consumption should be, so I would say yes.
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EcoModding Central
12-25-2012, 06:01 PM
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40 + mpg out of a mid size truck?
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this in response to the first part of this...
this in response to the first part of this thread. I drive a 99 dodge ctd. when I got it I only got 14 mpg. now with the help of this forum I have on average gotten 19.28 mpg and my last trip 22.12...
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Aerodynamics
12-16-2012, 10:25 PM
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97 Ranger aero project.
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stay active OLD MeCHANIC so you can enjoy what...
stay active OLD MeCHANIC so you can enjoy what you've been working for 40+years. I'm on your heals
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Off-Topic Tech
11-04-2012, 08:34 PM
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Brake rotor, pad, or hub bearing problem (or some combo of the three)?
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I need to add this as well . I found one of the...
I need to add this as well . I found one of the inner wheel bearing races bad (chattered)and that meant the bearing was also bad, grinding noise. Now-- that was a pita to replace
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Off-Topic Tech
11-04-2012, 08:28 PM
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Brake rotor, pad, or hub bearing problem (or some combo of the three)?
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ron
the axle job is not all that difficult and the...
the axle job is not all that difficult and the only special tool needed is a pinkel fork or two jaw puller for the lower control arm link as recall. I unbolt the caliper and swing it out of the way...
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Introductions
10-14-2012, 02:53 PM
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New guy with a 1970 Ultravan classic RV
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ron
Im back but with bad news, the Ultra is gone! it...
Im back but with bad news, the Ultra is gone! it only sat there for 15-20 years and when Im interested POOF. I think that the old boy passed because the place is all cleaned up now. On a better note...
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General Efficiency Discussion
10-03-2012, 10:12 PM
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Catalytic converter cleaning...would you do it?
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First of all I.m no expert on cats, What I have...
First of all I.m no expert on cats, What I have seen is that the matrix in the converter is fragile and complex,ya don't beat on it when its plugged or it turns to powder. what is going to happen to...
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Introductions
09-25-2012, 09:13 AM
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Been lurking, finally biting the bullet!
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nBleak21, I understand the problem , check with...
nBleak21, I understand the problem , check with Billiting dept on your post,it maybe that they could use a strong back for 1,2,3,hr a day in exchange for a room , my post here has a small campground...
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EcoModding Central
09-22-2012, 10:40 AM
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Project 1977 F100 - New radiator + electric fan!
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Do you have a rough Idle or rough running at...
Do you have a rough Idle or rough running at speed? If its idle you can use a squirt gun full of water to spray all the vacuum hoses on at a time that should show up any leaks until the water is...
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Hybrids
07-04-2012, 08:32 PM
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DIY EV pusher trailer test on 1st generation 1999 Prius (NHW10) - with photos
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looks like a good platform to hone your skills...
looks like a good platform to hone your skills and solve alot of problems before you stuff it in a ride. I am interested in the insight concept unlike the prius it can be run on either ice or em . I...
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Aerodynamics
07-04-2012, 03:45 PM
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Another truck aero cap idea...
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ron
The sandwich works well. basically a clamp that...
The sandwich works well. basically a clamp that cannot be pulled up and off, it has to be loosened and removed by lowering it ,the metal is the meat the wood is the bread and screws to hold it...
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The Unicorn Corral
07-04-2012, 09:25 AM
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A gift for HHO Skeptics!
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If I am not mistaken hydrogen is in gasoline...
If I am not mistaken hydrogen is in gasoline ,diesel ,nat gas. all are (hydrocarbon). What does a fuel cell produce ya ask yourself . HHO could be a good direction Go Guys. I will finish mine, I will.
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The Lounge
07-02-2012, 08:59 PM
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Are you cheap in MOST all you do?
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I have the no induction fan model also and...
I have the no induction fan model also and battery spark ignition works well super simple almost bullet proof . almost! works with shower and dish washer
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Aerodynamics
06-27-2012, 11:59 PM
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Testing aeroshell/boat tail For the Dodge
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ron
Nice clean lines.! I have started an aero nose...
Nice clean lines.! I have started an aero nose for my 99 2500 slt , If I can get my son to add a picture Ill do so. just ribs at the moment. started on sunday 6-24-12 I am making paper templates of...
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Saving@Home
12-19-2011, 09:02 PM
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New water heater heats for 1/10th of the cost.
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ron
Never Pay for a rentals utilities, If it can be...
Never Pay for a rentals utilities, If it can be paid for by the renters, Great! I say. this is ecomodder yes. convert everything over rent your space for what the market will bare and keep your...
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