Go Back   EcoModder Forum > Search Forums
Register Now
 Register Now
 

Showing results 1 to 25 of 69
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: GreenTDI
Forum: Success Stories 09-02-2022, 06:02 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
I'm sure you have a point. But I need te mention...

I'm sure you have a point. But I need te mention that my car has been lowered for 'just' 2,5 inches so that's quite moderate. When we're looking at the advantages of (moderate) lowering, like a...
Forum: Success Stories 12-21-2021, 03:31 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
I love the sound of diesel on a cold winter...

I love the sound of diesel on a cold winter morning, but those VW three cylinders are grumpy as hell!! It's hard to believe that something that loud can be that efficient, but it's true that little...
Forum: Success Stories 12-21-2021, 03:21 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
It's a MC Louis 363 based on a Fiat Ducato 244...

It's a MC Louis 363 based on a Fiat Ducato 244 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiat_Ducato#2002_facelift) (known as FCA in the states nowadays, Fiat-Chrysler) Completely Italian-made. Here in Europe...
Forum: Success Stories 05-10-2021, 11:42 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
First tank of the season. Drove quietly, but...

First tank of the season. Drove quietly, but certainly not looking for record values.

948 km with 34,3 liters or 3,6l/100km = 65 MPG

I'm teaching my wife to get her driver's license this year,...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 05-10-2021, 11:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,909
Posted By GreenTDI
The earlier TDIs were unbeatable in terms of real...

The earlier TDIs were unbeatable in terms of real consumption and performance. And as said before: also easy to work on and the pumpe-dose technique was dated, but reliable. A TDI has never been the...
Forum: Success Stories 05-04-2021, 06:45 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
Winter has come to an end, a new hypermiling...

Winter has come to an end, a new hypermiling season has arrived. With an average consumption of 55 MPG this winter, it's only a little better than previous years - despite all the adjustements - but...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 01-11-2021, 06:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,082
Posted By GreenTDI
Very nice concept, of which 50 cars were built....

Very nice concept, of which 50 cars were built. In the next video there is some information about this early VW 3L car - in german - but with some graphs and a test drive that begins at 4:16.
It's...
Forum: Success Stories 11-16-2020, 08:44 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
I did a 69 mile back and forth trip yesterday...

I did a 69 mile back and forth trip yesterday (city traffic, country roads and 60% highway) and scored an average of 56 MPG or 4.2l/100km.
Nothing special you would think but the weather conditions...
Forum: Success Stories 11-09-2020, 04:32 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
It's true that winter tires are bad for FE, but...

It's true that winter tires are bad for FE, but you get more safety in return. I'm only changing my wheels when they predict severe winter weather for a long time. But in Germany it's mandatory...
Forum: Success Stories 11-08-2020, 07:20 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
It doesn't look like FE has worsened. It's even...

It doesn't look like FE has worsened. It's even easier to get good mileages with a smoother/faster driving style. Before, for a quick overtake, I had to downshift and revving the engine up to 4000...
Forum: Success Stories 11-02-2020, 04:02 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
The TDI has been given a power boost. The numbers...

The TDI has been given a power boost. The numbers are 102 hp at 3800 rpm and 237 Nm (175 lb-ft) at 2300 rpm. OK, it will never be an HP monster, but the power delivery has improved throughout the...
Forum: Success Stories 10-27-2020, 04:19 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
I will update any progress (or decline) in FE....

I will update any progress (or decline) in FE. What is certain is that it will drive a lot better. It will be done by a VAG specialist, called VAGtechniek. They only work on TDI's and have a good...
Forum: Success Stories 10-11-2020, 04:51 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
Yes it's a good compromise. My car didn't have...

Yes it's a good compromise. My car didn't have the factory sport chassis, so I'm happy that I did it. Besides, the taller tires did rise the car for another cm, so it was just necessary, period. :D...
Forum: Success Stories 10-02-2020, 04:44 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
Things are going fast now. The car has been...

Things are going fast now. The car has been lowered yesterday by 4 cm (or ~1.5 inch) with H&R springs and all wheels are aligned. The wheel arches are nicely filled now. Less wind under the car and a...
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-01-2020, 03:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,770
Posted By GreenTDI
Another one with megalomania is Audi ...

Another one with megalomania is Audi

https://static.moniteurautomobile.be/imgcontrol/images_tmp/clients/moniteur/c680-d465/content/medias/images/test_drives/9000/700/40/a6-allroad-6.jpg

The...
Forum: Success Stories 09-26-2020, 04:40 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
I put the new wheels on this week. The 15 inch...

I put the new wheels on this week. The 15 inch forged Audi rims with 175/65 Dunlop Fastresponse tires, which is roughly 3% taller, 11% narrower and 20% lighter than the previous set. First...
Forum: Success Stories 09-13-2020, 11:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,724
Posted By GreenTDI
If people can arrange it like that, they can say...

If people can arrange it like that, they can say they have a really good life :thumbup:
Forum: Introductions 09-07-2020, 09:37 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,105
Posted By GreenTDI
That's awesome! And if you convert the...

That's awesome! And if you convert the consumption per person, you actually did better than 1l/100 km! :thumbup:
Forum: Success Stories 08-27-2020, 05:53 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 27,318
Posted By GreenTDI
It's also a fuel sipping RV!

I did a little camper conversion of my car, using some leftover material from my home renovation, and I'm happy to share this in my GreenTDI thread.

Now that I'm on the hunt for 'incredible' ...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 08-24-2020, 12:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,781
Posted By GreenTDI
With my (very) light duty 3-cylinder TDI I can...

With my (very) light duty 3-cylinder TDI I can shift at 1800 rpm, but you can hardly speak of an acceleration. Engine speed falls back to 1000 rpm and there is no power. Besides, the engine will give...
Forum: Hybrids 08-13-2020, 11:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,566
Posted By GreenTDI
I'm not yet convinced of that. Things are going...

I'm not yet convinced of that. Things are going slower than expected (or could possibly be), perhaps due to the influence of major oil magnates. And there is still some efficiency to be gained from...
Forum: Hybrids 08-11-2020, 04:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,566
Posted By GreenTDI
Mercedes 300 DE - the last diesel hybrid?

The diesel-hybrid car: a great concept that car manufacturers have never really got into, apart from a few study models or very temporary versions that were not renewed. And yet Mercedes still does...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-02-2020, 04:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,498
Posted By GreenTDI
Hello! I am still quite new to the world of...

Hello!

I am still quite new to the world of aerodynamics, but to me it seems that a 2 inch lift (that's 5 cm!) will affect your MPG noticable. Think of the extra air that can get under the car,...
Forum: Success Stories 07-29-2020, 03:00 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 160,647
Posted By GreenTDI
Now that we are working on those lists, I notice...

Now that we are working on those lists, I notice that I am in the top 3 of diesel cars :D
However, there is a big gap between me and the second place ...

1. 2007 Ford Fusion EU 1.6 TDCi -...
Forum: Success Stories 07-29-2020, 02:52 AM
Replies: 404
Views: 75,330
Posted By GreenTDI
In addition to what Matt says, I think you might...

In addition to what Matt says, I think you might have been lucky it was just for 20 seconds. There will still be some oil left on the walls or in cracks, you are still a 'long' time away of burning...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 69

 
Forum Jump


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Content Relevant URLs by vBSEO 3.5.2
All content copyright EcoModder.com