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Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-22-2024, 04:27 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 8,725
Posted By Hersbird
The only nuclear ships in the UK are a few...

The only nuclear ships in the UK are a few submarines. I doubt they couldn't operate in the warmest ocean temps, but maybe they couldn't operate at peak performance. One noticeable difference in the...
Forum: Aerodynamics 03-15-2024, 05:48 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 7,365
Posted By Hersbird
I actually saw my first cybertruck today on I90....

I actually saw my first cybertruck today on I90. It went past me at probably 80mph with the back cover open enough to see out of. It was 100 miles to the next supercharger so they seemed confident...
Forum: Hybrids 02-12-2024, 03:40 PM
Replies: 362
Views: 24,185
Posted By Hersbird
My Subaru needed a clutch, but it had 150,000 and...

My Subaru needed a clutch, but it had 150,000 and the head gaskets were seeping as well. So clutch, timing, waterpump and headgaskets would have been $3500 done at an independent shop 10 years ago. I...
Forum: Hybrids 02-06-2024, 10:17 AM
Replies: 362
Views: 24,185
Posted By Hersbird
From what I have seen, every used car will have...

From what I have seen, every used car will have the "as is, no warranty" box checked because the selling dealership is not the one offering the warranty. If it still has factory warranty they might...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 01-18-2024, 08:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 570
Posted By Hersbird
These pie charts are only man made sources. If...

These pie charts are only man made sources. If you included natural sources the natural section would be over 90% of the pie by itself.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 01-08-2024, 07:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,367
Posted By Hersbird
I also can't tell where you can find if a...

I also can't tell where you can find if a specific used car's used credit has already been used. It seems it only can be once and we are now a year into it so who knows. It does look like point of...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 01-08-2024, 05:47 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,367
Posted By Hersbird
There is a used 2014 i3 with range extender and...

There is a used 2014 i3 with range extender and 50,000 miles on it for $13,000 here. It would get $3900 point of sale rebate. That would be $9100, no sales tax, for a 10 year old car thar was over...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 12-12-2023, 12:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 509
Posted By Hersbird
I have a friend who works in a giant Palladium...

I have a friend who works in a giant Palladium mine in Montana, I think it's the 2nd biggest on earth. Palladium is used in catalytic converters and fuel cells. The price has dropped from $3000 per...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-10-2023, 01:18 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 7,365
Posted By Hersbird
I was wrong about the manufacturer just picking a...

I was wrong about the manufacturer just picking a correction factor out of the blue. Tesla just runs all 5 test cycles, where most everyone else is running 2 and using the assigned correction factor....
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-07-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 7,365
Posted By Hersbird
https://electrek.co/2023/12/05/epa-carb-data-shows...

https://electrek.co/2023/12/05/epa-carb-data-shows-rivians-more-efficient-than-cybertruck-r1t/

One of the best quotes from this article

"Tesla already has a reputation for using rather high...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-03-2023, 01:39 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 7,365
Posted By Hersbird
The guess is both the 2 motor and the 3 motor use...

The guess is both the 2 motor and the 3 motor use the same battery. Hence 340 miles for the dual and 320 miles for the 3.
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-01-2023, 09:33 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 7,365
Posted By Hersbird
Well I have heard the Cybertuck final is .34 Cd...

Well I have heard the Cybertuck final is .34 Cd it's frontal area is pretty big too. So the smaller Rivian at .30 is the aero king still. The Cybertuck isn't that much better than the .357 2019 Ram....
Forum: EcoModding Central 11-28-2023, 04:21 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 9,669
Posted By Hersbird
I think what you get with gasoline vapors is what...

I think what you get with gasoline vapors is what was a 200hp (or whatever) motor making 20hp instead. It does mean it will be running wide open so limiting throttle body losses, and it can run...
Forum: Hybrids 11-10-2023, 06:20 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,837
Posted By Hersbird
This guy really doesn't get it. It's nothing...

This guy really doesn't get it. It's nothing about zero emissions in this case. What it is is power leveling a simple gas v6 to give you the tow power of a 3/4 ton 5.9 Cummins. That also gives you...
Forum: Hybrids 11-10-2023, 06:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,837
Posted By Hersbird
A note on the engine choice. The 3.6 is proven...

A note on the engine choice. The 3.6 is proven reliable. CDJR doesn't make an non turbo 4 cylinder anymore. Even the lowly Jeep Compass has a turbo 4 standard. I don't think a turbo is the way to go...
Forum: Hybrids 11-08-2023, 04:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,837
Posted By Hersbird
Here is the most detailed report I have seen ...

Here is the most detailed report I have seen
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/all-new-2025-ram-1500-ramcharger-unveiled-with-class-shattering-unlimited-battery-electric-range-301979447.html
Forum: Hybrids 11-08-2023, 12:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,837
Posted By Hersbird
2025 Ram Ramcharger

https://www.motortrend.com/news/2025-ram-1500-ramcharger-first-look-review/

I put a reservation on the Ram Rev insider plus in the first day or 2 so I'm pretty excited about this. Supposedly the...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 10-17-2023, 08:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,013
Posted By Hersbird
When I said my job is now easy, I didn't mean...

When I said my job is now easy, I didn't mean taskless, doing nothing. Compared to the mindless, repetitive, physical job without responsibility, as a letter carrier. Now I have a less physical job...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-05-2023, 03:18 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,789
Posted By Hersbird
I've had 2 v8 2wd Dakotas. A 1993 regular cab...

I've had 2 v8 2wd Dakotas. A 1993 regular cab short bed 5.2 automatic I bought new for like $15k. Then a 2000 RCSB but an RT so it had the 5.9 the RT was an early run solar yellow that they...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 06-28-2023, 07:07 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,500
Posted By Hersbird
That's a cool truck! I got a new truck too....

That's a cool truck!

I got a new truck too. I was looking and looking and really wanted a new 2024 Colorado but they are in high demand and pushing 50k for the ZR2 now. Was thinking about a...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 06-16-2023, 01:34 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,500
Posted By Hersbird
Well when not towing or hauling anything the F150...

Well when not towing or hauling anything the F150 will do much better than a 350. Now put a giant full height slide in camper in the bed and the economy is going to be dictated by the horsepower...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-08-2023, 11:05 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 5,638
Posted By Hersbird
A multi stage steam turbine is very efficient by...

A multi stage steam turbine is very efficient by itself. It can be 80-90%. You end up with waste heat in the condensate, and you can have inefficient ways of making the steam in the first place.
...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-16-2023, 10:03 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 5,638
Posted By Hersbird
"the struggle" never will be over. People need...

"the struggle" never will be over. People need "the struggle" to justify their existence. There has never been a better time to be a human in history and all you hear about are problems and...
Forum: Hybrids 02-16-2023, 02:41 AM
Replies: 362
Views: 24,185
Posted By Hersbird
The model Y basic without the 7 seat option (I...

The model Y basic without the 7 seat option (I think that 3 row is pretty terrible) is my standard I will hold whatever EV I buy to. If a Lightning or Ram Rev, or Equinox, or Mach E is more than $55k...
Forum: Hybrids 02-15-2023, 11:47 PM
Replies: 362
Views: 24,185
Posted By Hersbird
The awd Y with 7 seats would be 42.5 with the...

The awd Y with 7 seats would be 42.5 with the same math they used on the 3
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