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Forum: General Efficiency Discussion

05-02-2013, 12:00 PM

Replies: 177

Open discussion on using TC-W3 oil as an additive

Views: 69,045

Posted By RH77

My FE Conclusion... The comparison of 4...

My FE Conclusion...

The comparison of 4 tanks using the additive vs. tanks during the same time of year (fuel fills from December-March, inclusive) were taken into consideration. The data set...

Forum: General Efficiency Discussion

05-01-2013, 11:05 PM

Replies: 177

Open discussion on using TC-W3 oil as an additive

Views: 69,045

Posted By RH77

I still have some receipts to enter, and compare...

I still have some receipts to enter, and compare the same months over the last few years. There was a distinct difference (worsening) in idle smoothness, and operation under load (stumbling). Look...

Forum: EcoModding Central

02-27-2013, 12:58 AM

Replies: 15

Offset crankshafts

Views: 5,383

Posted By RH77

I was trying to figure out if it was a Metro or...

I was trying to figure out if it was a Metro or Festiva -- by the way, great example of using a small car for what most would consider "truck work" :)

Correction: I haven't moved and merged...

Forum: EcoModding Central

02-27-2013, 12:30 AM

Replies: 15

Offset crankshafts

Views: 5,383

Posted By RH77

Please clarify -- the link is to a pic of a...

Please clarify -- the link is to a pic of a vehicle with a ladder tied to the roof.

RH77/Admin

Forum: General Efficiency Discussion

01-20-2013, 01:45 AM

Replies: 177

Open discussion on using TC-W3 oil as an additive

Views: 69,045

Posted By RH77

This statement sums-up one of the biggest...

This statement sums-up one of the biggest benefits of such testing -- open discussion to allow more ideas and brainstorming. I know of some EM members using Biodiesel is this application. Perhaps...

Forum: General Efficiency Discussion

12-19-2012, 12:52 AM

Replies: 177

Open discussion on using TC-W3 oil as an additive

Views: 69,045

Posted By RH77

What kind of drivetrain is in your Wife's car --...

What kind of drivetrain is in your Wife's car -- does it require premium fuel (also the truck, is it a pushrod vs. OHC)? My testing is currently in a vehicle with full mechanical advance...

Forum: General Efficiency Discussion

12-13-2012, 04:27 AM

Replies: 177

Open discussion on using TC-W3 oil as an additive

Views: 69,045

Posted By RH77

True for us, but (in my pending plan), the use of...

True for us, but (in my pending plan), the use of a blinded "Subject", with non-Ecodriving habits, could help with statisical power. In addition, could a rough idle be a sign of an engine's overall...

Forum: General Efficiency Discussion

12-08-2012, 10:40 PM

Replies: 177

Open discussion on using TC-W3 oil as an additive

Views: 69,045

Posted By RH77

Onboard for the Outboard

After reading several comments, it appears as if it doesn't cause any major problems, very few minor complaints, several positive remarks, and variable responses for FE.

The plan is to first use...

Forum: EcoModding Central

12-08-2012, 02:00 AM

Replies: 60

Fuel Mileage mods simplicity

Views: 13,516

Posted By RH77

I definitely agree that a higher-quality fuel is...

I definitely agree that a higher-quality fuel is worth the slightly extra cost. Nearly all fuel is created equal (and shoved through the pipeline with overlap in suppliers), but custom additives...

Forum: General Efficiency Discussion

01-28-2012, 04:37 AM

Replies: 1

Quick Review: 2012 Chevy Sonic LT 5-Door

Views: 3,222

Posted By RH77

Quick Review: 2012 Chevy Sonic LT 5-Door

First Impressions and Background

http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL698/4382742/20662357/400728908.jpg

I had the opportunity to drive Chevy's newest economy car offering: the Sonic. The car in...

Forum: EcoModding Central

01-22-2012, 02:34 AM

Replies: 50

PCV catch can install.

Views: 18,785

Posted By RH77

Well said! If people don't like it (or their...

Well said! If people don't like it (or their research shows otherwise), they don't have to have one. As for me, it seems like an easy decision to have one, and it doesn't look fancy in the least. ...

Forum: Hybrids

01-02-2012, 02:39 AM

Replies: 17

Article: U.S. opening formal probe into GM Volt fire risk

Views: 2,751

Posted By RH77

If the numbers are accurate, I applaud Volt...

If the numbers are accurate, I applaud Volt owners for their tenacity. It was looking grim for the distant observer to maintain confidence in the the brand to defend its high-FE offering, and/or...

Forum: Forum News & Feedback

12-07-2011, 05:40 PM

Replies: 79

Happy Birthday to us - EcoModder turns 4! Celebrate by winning some prizes!

Views: 14,273

Posted By RH77

Or the old "Johnny Paycheck" song, but with an EM...

Or the old "Johnny Paycheck" song, but with an EM spin...

Take this car and MOD IT, I ain't usin' gas no more...

RH77

Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed

09-14-2011, 10:06 PM

Replies: 62

close to giving up....

Views: 8,486

Posted By RH77

Brainstorming and Advice: As a general rule,...

Brainstorming and Advice:

As a general rule, humidity is good, and heat is bad -- the Weather dictates much of that day's FE result. Some vehicles (rare) like warmer intake temps to dial-down...

Forum: EcoModding Central

08-23-2011, 10:35 PM

Replies: 50

2012 ford focus

Views: 16,362

Posted By RH77

So, I see the Cruze was mentioned in here, which...

So, I see the Cruze was mentioned in here, which is what I chose to rent in Milwaukee this time around. It has the 1.4L Turbo that seems to be what we were asking for not that long ago -- small...

Forum: Hybrids

07-22-2011, 10:30 PM

Replies: 6

Do Hybrids Hate Hot Weather?

Views: 4,698

Posted By RH77

First a disclaimer: There are experts here who...

First a disclaimer: There are experts here who know exactly how things work (I only have observations to contribute at this point). :)

I noticed the same with mine (different system, but similar...

Forum: Hybrids

03-26-2011, 09:43 PM

Replies: 3

Long-Term Test Review: 2010 Honda Insight EX

Views: 9,490

Posted By RH77

Long-Term Test Review: 2010 Honda Insight EX

http://automobiles.honda.com/images/2011/insight-hybrid/exterior-gallery/gal_lg3.jpg

Introduction
Well, it has been over a year of solid driving experience from the 00007th mile up to the...

Forum: EcoModding Central

02-23-2010, 10:47 PM

Replies: 232

Increasing EGR flow for better mileage

Views: 86,466

Posted By RH77

It wasn't bad, until... The Great...

It wasn't bad, until...

The Great Thankgiving Xylene Spill of 2004

On that cold November day, I was adding roughly a gallon to the tank, with the garage open for ventilation. My gloved hands...

Forum: Introductions

01-12-2010, 02:22 PM

Replies: 33

V8 Lover looking for better MPG's

Views: 8,203

Posted By RH77

Agreed. A carefully tuned supercharger or turbo...

Agreed. A carefully tuned supercharger or turbo might help, but forced induction + larger displacement (with "fun" added to the equation) only spells more fuel.

The WT has the most potential of...

Forum: Hybrids

01-11-2010, 07:36 PM

Replies: 40

Bought a New Honda Insight

Views: 9,466

Posted By RH77

Thanks! (and request granted) It was a lazy...

Thanks! (and request granted) It was a lazy shortcut on my part (and ends up making it harder to find in a search, as I've learned). I shall further call it "The Second Generation, Two-Thousand...

Forum: Hybrids

01-08-2010, 11:06 PM

Replies: 40

Bought a New Honda Insight

Views: 9,466

Posted By RH77

Bought a New Honda Insight

I finally took the plunge and bought new Honda Insight! :D

Specs:
2010 Honda Insight EX 5-Door (non-Navigation)
Black over Dark Blue
98-Hp 1.3L SOHC 8-Valve 4-cyl (with 123 ft-lbs. torque total...

Forum: The Lounge

12-11-2009, 01:06 AM

Replies: 180

What's in a UserName?

Views: 42,719

Posted By RH77

Bear in mind, I have personally been to the USS...

Bear in mind, I have personally been to the USS Arizona Memorial twice and felt an intense emotion of Patriotism and honor for those brave souls that were attacked that day.

It is easy to place...

Forum: General Efficiency Discussion

12-04-2009, 04:13 PM

Replies: 149

Adding Diesel to gasoline

Views: 90,913

Posted By RH77

Well-put, lindsayjim. We have to remind...

Well-put, lindsayjim.

We have to remind ourselves why we are here at EM: not to find the same old information, but to engage in an exchange of new ideas. In this case, it appears to be a tested...

Forum: EcoModding Central

11-24-2009, 10:44 PM

Replies: 269

Freezing the Slushbox. Torque Converter on-demand lockup switch.

Views: 98,199

Posted By RH77

Test Successful

I finally got around to trying this and it works great...

Background:

My TC is a 2-solenoid type, "A" and B". There is essentially one wire into each solenoid, at +12V, that activates each. ...

Forum: Off-Topic Tech

11-08-2009, 09:43 PM

Replies: 87

New Dodge Ram Commercial

Views: 23,502

Posted By RH77

I just saw the commercial for the first time...

I just saw the commercial for the first time during some Football (and remembered this thread title)...

What I took away from the commercial's message and imagery is that despite the pretty...

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