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Forum: EcoModding Central 05-28-2021, 01:25 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,872
Posted By 2000mc
https://www.trailerlife.com/trailer-towing-guides/...

https://www.trailerlife.com/trailer-towing-guides/

I’d be thinking 2001ish Silverado 2wd reg cab 5.3l w 3.08 gears would be hard to beat for total cost, if it has enough seats
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-20-2021, 12:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,680
Posted By 2000mc
Well, I was surprised by egos warranty. I was...

Well, I was surprised by egos warranty. I was hoping for a revised drive axle, hoping not to just get a new one of the old design. I got a revised drive axle, and it was attached to a new mower! I...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-17-2021, 08:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,680
Posted By 2000mc
Egos rapid charger has a fan, the slower ones...

Egos rapid charger has a fan, the slower ones don’t. If you just drained it, it will go on the charger hotter than it comes off.
My egos had some problems too, the self propelled drive seemed to be...
Forum: Aerodynamics 04-20-2020, 02:08 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 23,998
Posted By 2000mc
https://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/hubcaps...

https://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/hubcaps-taped-smooth-vs-none-vs-standard-28594.html
I tried a similar test on my Saturn, unfortunately everything on the car warming up more and more...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-31-2019, 04:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,081
Posted By 2000mc
I bet you could carve a pretty nice upper grill...

I bet you could carve a pretty nice upper grill block out of that old bumper cover
Forum: Forum News & Feedback 12-20-2019, 12:09 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 10,161
Posted By 2000mc
Holy belated welcome! That’s a serious...

Holy belated welcome!
That’s a serious commitment to lurking
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 10-31-2019, 08:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,478
Posted By 2000mc
Check voltage drops while running. Alt output...

Check voltage drops while running. Alt output post to battery positive, and alt case to battery negative
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 10-21-2019, 07:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,347
Posted By 2000mc
I’d bet the main restriction is the cooler(s)....

I’d bet the main restriction is the cooler(s). 3/8 or 3/4 lines might see almost the same pressure and flow.
If you did flow more, I would think it would be maintained at the same pressure, and...
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-18-2019, 01:51 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 26,450
Posted By 2000mc
I used to own a 90s 1.9L sohc auto trans as well....

I used to own a 90s 1.9L sohc auto trans as well. Mostly stock it would do around 50mpg @ 45mph, and 43mpg @ 55 mph according to a scangauge...
Forum: The Lounge 09-30-2019, 05:55 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 9,676
Posted By 2000mc
After I debadged, took the bug shield, and roof...

After I debadged, took the bug shield, and roof rack off my pumpkin seed colored suv, my wife complained she can’t find it in parking lots anymore.

#iamtheproblem
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-30-2019, 12:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,870
Posted By 2000mc
I don’t have much Ford specific experience,...

I don’t have much Ford specific experience, mainly Gm. A lot of vehicles seem to be able to adjust the long term fuel trim +/- 25% and short term +/- 25%. Problem is I think most will set a rich or...
Forum: Saving@Home 06-11-2019, 09:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,244
Posted By 2000mc
Imagine how effective this monstrosity has to be,...

Imagine how effective this monstrosity has to be, to be wife approved
https://ecomodder.com/forum/member-2000mc-albums-pics-picture8402-a.jpeg...
Forum: Saving@Home 06-11-2019, 09:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,244
Posted By 2000mc
I’ve done a lot of messing around with similar...

I’ve done a lot of messing around with similar circumstances. My current goto is a quiet blower fan / squirrel cage type. Set on top of a floor register in our bedroom in the upper level. Took a...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-30-2019, 09:04 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 13,114
Posted By 2000mc
I can’t believe I’m suggesting it, but Pontiac...

I can’t believe I’m suggesting it, but Pontiac Aztek. Guessing the angle of the top and overall size aren’t perfect, but might be in the ballpark. Should be cheap, wouldn’t be surprised if they’re...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-20-2019, 06:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,324
Posted By 2000mc
https://youtu.be/Fq8hkPobpes Take away seems...

https://youtu.be/Fq8hkPobpes

Take away seems to be “roof spoilers are just stupid”
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 10-06-2018, 06:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,680
Posted By 2000mc
The efficient use of space. When I was looking,...

The efficient use of space. When I was looking, gas powered wasn’t really on the radar for that reason. It uses about 2 sq feet of floor space, and the charger is on a shelf. Cutting wet grass was an...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 10-07-2017, 06:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,042
Posted By 2000mc
Loss seems to be more than I would have imagined....

Loss seems to be more than I would have imagined.
http://www.powerguru.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Power-losses-of-a-PWM-fan-controller-compared-with-a-shunt-resistor-controller.jpg...
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-30-2017, 03:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,825
Posted By 2000mc
I don't know how different the 01 is from my 99,...

I don't know how different the 01 is from my 99, but before blocking the grill I would say you'll want to duct your grill opening to the radiator or atleast install a factory air dam to keep the air...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-04-2017, 04:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,110
Posted By 2000mc
Aerodynamic Investigation of Vehicle Cooling-Drag...

Aerodynamic Investigation of Vehicle Cooling-Drag (http://papers.sae.org/2012-01-0170/) ...It is estimated that about 10% of the overall aerodynamic drag originates from the cooling...
...
Forum: The Lounge 03-21-2017, 10:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,277
Posted By 2000mc
https://www.cars.com/articles/2009/06/chevrolet-eq...

https://www.cars.com/articles/2009/06/chevrolet-equinox/
GM program engineering manager Doug Smith... Eco mode locks up the Equinox’s torque converter at lower speeds — most automatics do this at...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-23-2015, 09:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,279
Posted By 2000mc
Half expected to see this... I'll just leave it...

Half expected to see this... I'll just leave it here. http://orig05.deviantart.net/8b8f/f/2014/015/4/8/http___makeagif_com__media_1_15_2014_pkcwh7_by_zachtan1234-d72a7fj.gif
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-20-2015, 03:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,995
Posted By 2000mc
Not specific to your vehicle, but typically...

Not specific to your vehicle, but typically larger plenum, larger diameter, short runner manifolds are better for top end, and small diameter, long runner manifolds(or stock w/spacer) help low end.
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-19-2015, 08:52 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 41,261
Posted By 2000mc
W/o flash ...

W/o flash
http://ecomodder.com/forum/member-2000mc-albums-pics-picture7123-image.jpeg

W/ flash
http://ecomodder.com/forum/member-2000mc-albums-pics-picture7124-image.jpeg

Living off the air...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-13-2015, 02:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,177
Posted By 2000mc
Cross section of what you're looking at ...

Cross section of what you're looking at
http://cdn3.bigcommerce.com/s-qd5g1sy8/products/80/images/476/IMG_2746__37204.1430443195.1280.1280.JPG?c=2
I went with paver edging, similar L shape, less...
Forum: Aerodynamics 11-23-2015, 07:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,762
Posted By 2000mc
The spoiler also raises and extends my deck lid,...

The spoiler also raises and extends my deck lid, which ends with a much smaller radius than the rounded naked trunk lid. So whether or not I made a recirculating bubble on top of the trunk, the...
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