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Forum: Success Stories 03-23-2014, 10:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,386
Posted By Recumpence
A praise for new Ford cars and MPG......

Hey Guys,

We are, now, a two Ford family. 15 months ago we bought a 2013 C-Max hybrid for my work (I drive 44,000 miles per year in-town). And just this weekend we brought home a 2014 Fusion...
Forum: Aerodynamics 01-21-2014, 08:49 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 13,940
Posted By Recumpence
Yes, I have a diffuser made. I have no idea if...

Yes, I have a diffuser made. I have no idea if there are decent gains as yet due to the extreme cold and blowing snow. The car has a number of underbody treatments that smooth the airflow, but not...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-29-2013, 09:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,841
Posted By Recumpence
I enjoy fabrication. I have a "Full" machineshop....

I enjoy fabrication. I have a "Full" machineshop. I can build pretty much anything. The big question is return on investment as far as time and cost. I have 12 hours of fab time in this and around...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-28-2013, 02:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,841
Posted By Recumpence
I do not have a lift to get a good picture of the...

I do not have a lift to get a good picture of the underbody. It is very similar to a Prius, however.

I agree about the need for a full smooth pan. That is next on my list. I already own the...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-28-2013, 01:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,841
Posted By Recumpence
Here are pictures of the finished diffuser. The...

Here are pictures of the finished diffuser. The angle is 10.5 degrees. That is about as shallow as I could go with the layout of the car. That is actually pretty good, though. At first it looked like...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-21-2013, 04:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,841
Posted By Recumpence
C-Max diffuser

Hey Guys,

First let me say a quick "Thank You" to all of you for puting up with all my newbie questions. I appreciate all the input I have received from all of you. :)

OK, warm fuzzies aside,...
Forum: Hybrids 12-08-2013, 01:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,151
Posted By Recumpence
Yet another lawn edging air dam and a question regarding rear diffuser

Here are pictures of my new air dam.



This was made from a 3/4 inch box aluminum tube (14 gauge) bent into the shape shown. Once bent, I riveted lawn edging along the aluminum every 3 inches...
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-24-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 13,940
Posted By Recumpence
I just don't want that argument brought into this...

I just don't want that argument brought into this thread.

Matt
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-19-2013, 08:09 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 13,940
Posted By Recumpence
The grilles are made from 1/8 inch thick G10...

The grilles are made from 1/8 inch thick G10 Garolite (Epoxiglass). I used the stock grille and fog light bezels as templates and cut it with a saber saw. I taped the material to prevent surface...
Forum: Hybrids 06-30-2013, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,084
Posted By Recumpence
2013 C-Max grille block

Hey Guys,

Well, at 26,000 miles and counting, I have begun the aero mods. About a month ago I fabricated Lexan wheel covers. However, I took them off temporarily to get a decent baseline of...
Forum: Hybrids 05-27-2013, 01:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,576
Posted By Recumpence
I just removed my passenger side mirror and...

I just removed my passenger side mirror and replaced it with a thin sheet of carbon fiber.

Geeze, this thing is gargantuan......

I have to start a C-Max modding thread......

Matt
Forum: Hybrids 05-15-2013, 10:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,391
Posted By Recumpence
My car is totally stock. I have not added...

My car is totally stock. I have not added anything as of yet.

It does, indeed, have coaching. If you pay attention to the coaching aids, that is one major contribution to high MPG. The other thing...
Forum: Success Stories 05-10-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,762
Posted By Recumpence
60mpg on my Cmax

Hey Guys,

Yesterday I had 156 mile day ending at 60.1mpg with my totally stock Ford Cmax.

Do not believe all the negative press about bad mileage with this car. It is truly a matter of how you...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-08-2013, 01:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,809
Posted By Recumpence
Funny you should mention that...... I have...

Funny you should mention that......

I have some of that 3M "Velcro" here. I considered using it. Actually, what I may do is this;

(My rims are flat on the outside edge)

I may order some...
Forum: Hybrids 04-14-2013, 09:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,391
Posted By Recumpence
C-Max at 17,000 miles and counting......

Hey Guys,

I wanted to check in and let you know my experience with my C-Max since purchasing it in November......

At this point, I have averaged 44mpg for the 17,000+ miles of ownership. This...
Forum: Hybrids 12-23-2012, 02:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,448
Posted By Recumpence
I believe so. I know the regen miles are listed...

I believe so. I know the regen miles are listed separately. In my case, 245 miles were listed as regen miles.

It is surprising how little the engine actually runs.

One thing to add;

When the...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 12-21-2012, 09:23 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 12,596
Posted By Recumpence
I can also add this to my personal experience (I...

I can also add this to my personal experience (I currently have nearly 6,000 miles on my C-Max);

Yesterday I was right at 47mpg average until it began to rain and snow. My mileage dropped to...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 12-11-2012, 08:09 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 12,596
Posted By Recumpence
My 46mpg is 1 short of EPA. However, there are a...

My 46mpg is 1 short of EPA. However, there are a few factors going on here;

#1 The weather has been cold most of the time I have owned it.

#2 I have 200 miles of 70mph+ running at 41.5mpg in...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 12-11-2012, 07:53 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 12,596
Posted By Recumpence
Yes, E10 or E15 will reduce MPG. They did,...

Yes, E10 or E15 will reduce MPG. They did, indeed, use 100% gasoline in their tests. That is one factor. However, my lifetime mileage on my car is 46mpg and this is carrying a few hundred pounds of...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 11-28-2012, 08:36 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 12,596
Posted By Recumpence
Hey Guys, I am the only person AFAIK on...

Hey Guys,

I am the only person AFAIK on Ecomodder with a C-Max. Allow me to share my experience and my personal feelings on the matter here;

At this point, I have 3,400 miles on my car. The...
Forum: Hybrids 10-31-2012, 07:20 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,304
Posted By Recumpence
Hey Guys, I finally got my C-Max. The one I...

Hey Guys,

I finally got my C-Max. The one I reserved had major delays in arrival. So, I bought a silver SEL instead. I put 250 miles on it so far. This thing is absolutely perfect for my needs....
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