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Forum: Introductions 08-11-2016, 04:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,194
Posted By mwilliamshs
I can't quantify the difference since what the...

I can't quantify the difference since what the van had when I got it was mismatched P235s. It should have had LT235/75R15 XL (extra load). Those are not common anymore and the availability is...
Forum: Introductions 08-11-2016, 11:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,194
Posted By mwilliamshs
Are you saying that having an injector pointing...

Are you saying that having an injector pointing into the port of each cylinder won't provide balanced fuel distribution to any engine, or just to inline 6 cylinder engines? If it's just inline 6's...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-10-2016, 03:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,583
Posted By mwilliamshs
what I said was the tire diameter (result of...

what I said was the tire diameter (result of height) has no impact on gearing. tires of equal height roll the same number of times in a mile. You said the wheel size would impact gearing, which it...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-10-2016, 02:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,583
Posted By mwilliamshs
I don't think I do. For clarity, let me...

I don't think I do. For clarity, let me paraphrase myself.

The size of a wheel doesn't affect anything. If two tires of the same height are used, it won't matter what size wheel they're on....
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-10-2016, 01:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,583
Posted By mwilliamshs
I read things here often of this ilk but I'll...

I read things here often of this ilk but I'll never understand how the diameter of a wheel influences gearing, except to the possible extent of tire availability.

It's the tire that changes...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-04-2016, 10:19 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 75,553
Posted By mwilliamshs
Behind a Duramax you'll find the Allison auto or...

Behind a Duramax you'll find the Allison auto or the NV5600 six speed manual. The NV5600 weighs over 350 lbs and has a top gear ratio of 0.73:1. It's a good unit but a poor fit for this application...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-03-2016, 11:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,406
Posted By mwilliamshs
As a Ford van owner and guy who travels and camps...

As a Ford van owner and guy who travels and camps a lot, I think you're denying your family one of the largest benefits of a vehicle of this type and that's the ability to move about whilst underway....
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-03-2016, 10:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,698
Posted By mwilliamshs
I think if you're gonna keep the truck a while,...

I think if you're gonna keep the truck a while, which I would and it appears you will, you'll have eco-modding thoughts about it in the future and if you're contemplating a temporary shell now,...
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-17-2016, 03:11 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,200
Posted By mwilliamshs
Sounds like the Max Trailer Towing Package. As...

Sounds like the Max Trailer Towing Package. As long it has 3.73 gears (axle code 26, B6, or L6) it should be good for 11,300 lbs and 60 sq ft of frontal area so long as it has a 16,600 GCWR sticker...
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-17-2016, 12:39 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,200
Posted By mwilliamshs
Do you mean a hitch or an actual equipment...

Do you mean a hitch or an actual equipment package? It matters. Lots and lots of folks these days refer to a hitch and trailer light wiring as having a towing package but in most cases the two differ...
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-17-2016, 12:02 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,200
Posted By mwilliamshs
A salesman was either ill-informed or withheld...

A salesman was either ill-informed or withheld information that might've impacted a sale?! :rolleyes:

https://www.ford.com/resources/ford/general/pdf/towingguides/14FLRV&TT_F150_Sep11.pdf
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-17-2016, 11:37 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,200
Posted By mwilliamshs
Is it a regular cab? Does it have the Max Trailer...

Is it a regular cab? Does it have the Max Trailer Towing Package? What axle gears does it have?



Your truck has a Frontal Area Limitation of 60 sq. ft. if equipped with the Max Trailer Towing...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-17-2016, 11:09 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 75,553
Posted By mwilliamshs
With a ring and pinion of 2.14:1 and the NV3500...

With a ring and pinion of 2.14:1 and the NV3500 OD of 0.73:1 and 29" tires, engine rpm at 60 mph should be 1,086.

EDIT: ha we posted at the same time. Guess my math was right tho ;)
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-15-2016, 11:54 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,437
Posted By mwilliamshs
Just FYI, you don't have to guess on the age of...

Just FYI, you don't have to guess on the age of tires. The week and year they were made is stamped right into them. I replace everything in its 5th year (age recommended by most mfg and the DOT)....
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-15-2016, 11:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,802
Posted By mwilliamshs
Got the car, installed SG, liking the 34+ mpg...

Got the car, installed SG, liking the 34+ mpg (hand calculated) on the first tank of mostly surface-street commuting. Turns out the "new tires" are like 11 years old but have seen virtually no miles....
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-06-2016, 11:08 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,437
Posted By mwilliamshs
I don't know anything about the AC control logic...

I don't know anything about the AC control logic on these cars specifically, but generally, the AC compressor cycles between high and low pressure cutoff switches any time the AC button on the dash...
Forum: EcoModding Central 01-29-2016, 08:31 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,889
Posted By mwilliamshs
Nope, still figuratively. Literally would involve...

Nope, still figuratively. Literally would involve a horse and a cart
Forum: EcoModding Central 01-28-2016, 06:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,565
Posted By mwilliamshs
power steering losses reduced

Traditional hydraulic power steering systems are powered by a belt-driven hydraulic pump. My 1989 Ford Van uses a Saginaw "canned-ham" power steering pump, as do most GM cars and trucks of similar...
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-21-2015, 10:43 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,362
Posted By mwilliamshs
Manufactured by GO Industries. No clamps. Drill 4...

Manufactured by GO Industries. No clamps. Drill 4 holes, bolt on.
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-18-2015, 03:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,362
Posted By mwilliamshs
http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/mwilliams...

http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/mwilliamshs/20150718_065334_zpsurwj3fmx.jpg (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/mwilliamshs/media/20150718_065334_zpsurwj3fmx.jpg.html)

Just mocked up with...
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-18-2015, 05:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,532
Posted By mwilliamshs
An alternative to wheel covers?

Called brake dust shields, branded Kleen Wheels, what's your opinion on any aero benefits? What if their vents were closed?
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-18-2015, 04:40 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,362
Posted By mwilliamshs
It's been a while since I was in here because...

It's been a while since I was in here because it's been a while since I was in the van. Been spending as much time as possible on two wheels lately, either one of my motorcycles or the scooter. That...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-10-2015, 01:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,634
Posted By mwilliamshs
I too was gonna mention the early Insight...

I too was gonna mention the early Insight fenders. Lots of that style on race cars, both professional and the more serious amateurs like on clubroadster.net

That being said, I think Aerohead is...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-08-2015, 12:38 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 33,177
Posted By mwilliamshs
My van is 18' 9" without its rear-door-mounted...

My van is 18' 9" without its rear-door-mounted spare tire and yep, it's as big as you want to try parking like a "normal" vehicle. The very "snub" nose of the van (< 18") is a huge asset. A long...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-07-2015, 08:10 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,362
Posted By mwilliamshs
http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/mwilliams...

http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/mwilliamshs/van/20150409_140956_zpsadyydibv.jpg (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/mwilliamshs/media/van/20150409_140956_zpsadyydibv.jpg.html)
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