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Forum: Aerodynamics 08-06-2021, 07:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,202
Posted By Daschicken
That's a cool video, I've seen similar when an...

That's a cool video, I've seen similar when an SUV drove over a plastic bag sitting on the road and it got sucked into the wake and hung out around there for a few seconds.
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-05-2020, 06:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,617
Posted By Daschicken
Cummins has a white paper on truck mpg. In there,...

Cummins has a white paper on truck mpg. In there, they detailed the effects of road surface on mpg. Thankfully, this paper is not only easy to find, but free!

...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 07-04-2020, 08:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,283
Posted By Daschicken
Yes, both the 400 and my 250 have gear driven...

Yes, both the 400 and my 250 have gear driven cams.

Some other bikes I know have gear driven cams:
2000-2006 RVT1000
1986-1997 VFR750
1998-2001 VFR800
1986-1996 CBR250 various models...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-15-2020, 07:32 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 10,140
Posted By Daschicken
Only if you have a plug in/full EV AND have...

Only if you have a plug in/full EV AND have enough range to get where you are going, which you probably do. Probably. And a house with charging capabilities.



Very important to actually list...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 04-03-2020, 04:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,500
Posted By Daschicken
The regearing is rather engineering intensive and...

The regearing is rather engineering intensive and likely would not be available for many models, so don’t count on it being available. I just looked for a Honda metropolitan, and i found a modified...
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 03-30-2020, 02:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,257
Posted By Daschicken
The basis behind this is that the old fluid...

The basis behind this is that the old fluid contributes to clutch friction(less slippage) due to the contaminants. If new fluid causes it to slip, it was already done.
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 03-19-2020, 07:19 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,433
Posted By Daschicken
Two fills with the new mods installed, 75 and 73...

Two fills with the new mods installed, 75 and 73 MPG.

I think it is safe to say that the new cams are not helping without a tune. As I have said before, this bike unfortunately has an open loop...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 02-21-2020, 04:51 PM
Replies: 435
Views: 211,717
Posted By Daschicken
My CBR 250R is quite a bit less competitive, the...

My CBR 250R is quite a bit less competitive, the VFR 400R as well, but my SV650SF pulls some serious numbers.

The SV's best tank is sitting at 83.9 MPG, with a lifetime MPG of 70.0 which includes...
Forum: DIY / How-to 01-23-2020, 11:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,359
Posted By Daschicken
Cam chain tensioner release/hold(?) tool for a...

Cam chain tensioner release/hold(?) tool for a CRF250R. Cut out of sheet metal. Looks like a miniature key without any bitting.



Sounds fun, how did you catch it at the other end? Please tell...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 01-21-2020, 09:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,898
Posted By Daschicken
I’m using powder from Powderbuythepound, not sure...

I’m using powder from Powderbuythepound, not sure what type it is. I have tried 60%, 85%, and 95% gloss black. 85% is the closest, but it is still a little too shiny. I think a 75% would have been a...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 12-30-2019, 09:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,433
Posted By Daschicken
Lots of new mods just installed! The rear tire...

Lots of new mods just installed! The rear tire hugger is off, and has been off for a while, I need to fabricate some brackets to move it further from the tire, it digs in a little. On to the mods.
...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 12-29-2019, 04:19 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,283
Posted By Daschicken
Video of its' sound has been posted, including a...

Video of its' sound has been posted, including a picture of the tachometer! Red LINE at 17,000 RPM, so i'm hoping Kawsaki has decided to take the truthful route. :)
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-24-2019, 09:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,047
Posted By Daschicken
Make sure you aren’t blocking the transmission...

Make sure you aren’t blocking the transmission cooler completely. It may not be a separate cooler, some are built into the engine radiator. I4 Auto accords of my generation have it in the bottom of...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-15-2019, 01:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,517
Posted By Daschicken
I’ve got a video on this! I made mine by bending...

I’ve got a video on this! I made mine by bending aluminum bicycle spokes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jk6uaHJE7r8
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 12-11-2019, 07:49 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,283
Posted By Daschicken
It is not, and never will be a value bike. Power...

It is not, and never will be a value bike. Power on a budget can easily had by getting an old supersport like the CBR 1100XX or an older Hayabusa. This bike is for people who want the I4 experience...
Forum: EcoModding Central 11-26-2019, 02:20 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,992
Posted By Daschicken
Buying bulk gas cheap sounds like a pretty good...

Buying bulk gas cheap sounds like a pretty good idea, but that requires preparation, a large initial investment, and continuous maintenance of a large gas tank. I'm sure it could save money given a...
Forum: EcoModding Central 11-12-2019, 11:16 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,418
Posted By Daschicken
Scanguage accuracy is limited, given that it...

Scanguage accuracy is limited, given that it assumes a constant AFR. The gauges and access to engine data is nice, but having something that taps into the actual fuel injector pulses like an...
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-28-2019, 12:03 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,992
Posted By Daschicken
51 front, 47 rear on my Bridgestone Ecopias,...

51 front, 47 rear on my Bridgestone Ecopias, which have a max sidewall of 44 PSI.... I voted 46-50. I don’t plan on going higher.
Edge wear still slightly outpacing the center wear. I corner hard.
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 10-23-2019, 10:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,283
Posted By Daschicken
ZX25R ANNOUNCED!!!!

HOLY **** GUYS! Its here! Its finally here!

https://www.visordown.com/news/new-bikes/four-cylinder-kawasaki-zx-25r-unveiled-tokyo-motor-show
...
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-22-2019, 11:05 AM
Replies: 220
Views: 290,377
Posted By Daschicken
I have seen discussions on this, and have some of...

I have seen discussions on this, and have some of my own personal experience in this subject. A forum member suggested a slight toe in for both front and rear wheels, as the suspension is not...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 10-15-2019, 11:01 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,433
Posted By Daschicken
I did actually find adapters which may work for...

I did actually find adapters which may work for my application!

https://ecomodder.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=26995&d=1571151015

Site offering these adapters alone:...
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-06-2019, 01:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,080
Posted By Daschicken
5 ounces total isn't abnormal for a medium sized...

5 ounces total isn't abnormal for a medium sized tire like you have. Upper end of normal, but still normal. Now if you were talking about balancing bare rims, well ignore me. I have no experience...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 10-03-2019, 02:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,696
Posted By Daschicken
2000 RPM should be well above lugging. It may not...

2000 RPM should be well above lugging. It may not be efficient and smooth acceleration, but it ain't lugging. If you don't have a scangauge yet, or any other OBD 2 gauge, it would be great to get...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 10-01-2019, 02:19 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,165
Posted By Daschicken
Then teach her! If she refuses, that's her...

Then teach her! If she refuses, that's her problem then. I am up to 18 people taught to drive stick now.
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-01-2019, 01:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,697
Posted By Daschicken
I got my car back a while ago, figured I should...

I got my car back a while ago, figured I should post the crash video, cause who doesn't like watching crashes? Also to add more information about the sentra.
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