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Forum: Hybrids 05-23-2016, 12:11 AM
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Views: 13,041
Posted By GreenHornet
This is a suitable motor that I will be using for...

This is a suitable motor that I will be using for a series hybrid project that would work well for a home built BAS system.These are Brushless and over 90% efficient. Use one of these models in...
Forum: Hybrids 05-20-2016, 03:36 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 46,543
Posted By GreenHornet
It sounds like you are stuck on the inline...

It sounds like you are stuck on the inline option. When I worked for GM back in the day we pioneered the BAS system = https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BAS_Hybrid

This is a simple setup that allows...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-01-2016, 06:29 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
There is quite a weight savings going with the...

There is quite a weight savings going with the Triumph Speedmaster 3 wheel conversion. Another reason I went with this donor was because it utilized a chain drive. The chain drive is simple to...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-01-2016, 05:53 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
I have been slowly collecting parts for the rear...

I have been slowly collecting parts for the rear 3 wheel conversion. The motorcycle donor I will be using comes from a Triumph Speedmaster. They use a 15x4 wheel which will allow me to mount a...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-29-2016, 10:48 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
Yesterday the radiator that I will be using with...

Yesterday the radiator that I will be using with my 2 cylinder Kubota arrived. I new it was going to be small and without a doubt going to be smaller than the Centurion radiator. However I was still...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-25-2016, 06:07 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
Yes this is the one :) I had it shipped out last...

Yes this is the one :) I had it shipped out last June from Michigan.
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-25-2016, 04:45 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
"I'm glad you found some motivation for the...

"I'm glad you found some motivation for the project! Let's see what you can do with it!"

I have always had the motivation for the project just lacked the dinero to really jump on the project right...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-18-2016, 02:09 PM
Replies: 702
Views: 259,210
Posted By GreenHornet
The Centurion looks great I love the wheel covers...

The Centurion looks great I love the wheel covers and the rear wheel skirt :thumbup: The Orange stripe is a nice touch as well. I can't wait to see what your final MPG results were :)
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-11-2016, 12:03 AM
Replies: 702
Views: 259,210
Posted By GreenHornet
Ok but you will have to make a surprise...

Ok but you will have to make a surprise appearance when I drive on out for my first GGP. We have to get some good paparazzi pics ;)
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-10-2016, 12:05 AM
Replies: 702
Views: 259,210
Posted By GreenHornet
"If you push past 250 again, I think we should...

"If you push past 250 again, I think we should all invest heavily in building brand-new Centurions with little diesels under the hood. I can imagine a weekly fill-up to the tune of three gallons!"
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Forum: EcoModding Central 03-29-2016, 05:52 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
Hey Joggernot, Yes this is turning out to be...

Hey Joggernot,

Yes this is turning out to be an extremely good investment. I can't believe all the new parts that are there. The other thing that I was very pleased with was the chassis of the...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-28-2016, 01:30 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
I decided to go out into the garage this morning...

I decided to go out into the garage this morning and peak around a little at the splendid mess of parts I have going on currently. I wanted to post some picks of a few of the parts so you can get an...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-28-2016, 11:46 AM
Replies: 238
Views: 85,576
Posted By GreenHornet
Great job! The engine bay and exhaust look...

Great job! The engine bay and exhaust look spectacular I am also really digging the half size radiator :thumbup:

Another Kubota powered car hits the streets I love it :D

GH..
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-28-2016, 11:34 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
Over the weekend I made a really big move in...

Over the weekend I made a really big move in getting the Centurion back on the road again. This past Thursday I stumbled onto a local Craigslist add for a Triumph GT6 car. The car was in pieces and...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-23-2016, 12:31 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
Yesterday was another good day mechanically for...

Yesterday was another good day mechanically for team Centurion. I was able to snag a fully put together functioning Volvo D-type overdrive for much less than I paid for my first D-type in pieces....
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-22-2016, 05:10 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
Hey Gang I have been playing around these past...

Hey Gang I have been playing around these past few days a little with the look of the Centurion and what I am aiming for Aero modification wise. You will notice that on the side view I have deleted...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-21-2016, 11:24 AM
Replies: 702
Views: 259,210
Posted By GreenHornet
These overdrive units can work in all gears. All...

These overdrive units can work in all gears. All the overdrive is in a nutshell is another gear added to the back of the gearbox which will run in any gear as long as it is engaged. Most people think...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-14-2016, 08:36 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
I purchased a very small lithium battery the...

I purchased a very small lithium battery the other day for an on demand hybrid camping shower I am putting together for the Northwest summer. The battery will power the water pump via a solar panel. ...
Forum: EcoModding Central 02-29-2016, 08:54 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
Hey Redneck, Thanks for checking in. I...

Hey Redneck,

Thanks for checking in.

I have had the Centurion Since mid June and been basically just purchasing parts. What I would like to do this year is completely strip the frame apart and...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-10-2015, 08:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,820
Posted By GreenHornet
Lots of cool possibilities here I am a bit biased...

Lots of cool possibilities here I am a bit biased to the Centurion. The Centurion resembles a Bricklin mostly but some people mistake it also for the Delorean. The Centurion is not a true kit car as...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-10-2015, 07:14 PM
Replies: 702
Views: 259,210
Posted By GreenHornet
I am sad for your loss CJ she was a true...

I am sad for your loss CJ she was a true Centurion in this life!
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-21-2015, 04:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 812
Posted By GreenHornet
Vortex 3 Wheeler

I always liked this 3 wheel design and the other day I spotted a very well done version while browsing the internet I thought I would share. There were not a lot of these built to my knowledge. Out...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-30-2015, 03:02 PM
Replies: 702
Views: 259,210
Posted By GreenHornet
I have that exact radiator sitting in the garage...

I have that exact radiator sitting in the garage which I was going to use for a TDI project. They are great little half radiators and should serve you well for many years to come. Great selection CJ...
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-27-2015, 08:40 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,273
Posted By GreenHornet
To expand quickly on the last post in regards to...

To expand quickly on the last post in regards to the hybrid decision. Firstly Centurion #4 will be driven primarily in a Suburbia setting. Secondly my work schedule is 12hr shifts half the month and...
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-27-2015, 07:15 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,099
Posted By GreenHornet
I have the Honda Insight gen1 15" donuts and they...

I have the Honda Insight gen1 15" donuts and they are 4" wide and lighter than the Yaris steel wheels. I was going to use the Continental Tires with a modified version of these Insight wheels for a...
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