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The Unicorn Corral
12-04-2013, 05:00 PM
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2005 Tahoe 170,000 Miles and getting 28 MPG
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10,788
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ShadeTreeMech
What language are you speaking? It sounds more...
What language are you speaking? It sounds more like an ad for a crock of unicorn pee than for genuine scientifically sound technology.
This is a group of people that can tell you everything...
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DIY / How-to
01-23-2012, 02:25 PM
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NGK Platinum vs NGK Iridium? Worth it?
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ShadeTreeMech
the only advantage I can think of of iridiums is...
the only advantage I can think of of iridiums is the possible longevity of iridium vs platinum vs copper. Some cars require an act of congress to change the plugs, and for not needing to change pugs...
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Hybrids
08-15-2011, 09:52 AM
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Electric Assist Project: E-charger (2000 Subaru Outback)
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ShadeTreeMech
Something that would help with the draw when dfco...
Something that would help with the draw when dfco occurs would be a huge vacuum leak. As others pointed out, the big air pump of an engine is causing issues, but it's not so much the pumping of air...
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The Lounge
05-14-2011, 02:12 PM
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Daily Annoyances
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104,831
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
Saw this video and realized how true it was. ...
Saw this video and realized how true it was.
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Aerodynamics
04-07-2011, 06:03 PM
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legal to use rear camera(s) and remove mirrors?
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ShadeTreeMech
I would think mounting the camera where the...
I would think mounting the camera where the mirror belongs would satisfy both legal requirements and the desire to reduce the Cd.
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EcoModding Central
03-29-2011, 03:51 PM
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3.8L V6 Automatic, any tips?
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12,534
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ShadeTreeMech
Running an emptier tank will save a bit on...
Running an emptier tank will save a bit on weight, but it will allow the fuel pump to get warmer than with a fuller tank, which can shorten its life. There's also the argument that giving the gas...
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Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed
03-18-2011, 04:33 PM
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the slip: shifting without using the clutch
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19,426
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ShadeTreeMech
If you are slipping the clutch, you are turning...
If you are slipping the clutch, you are turning energy from the engine into wasted heat. By shifting without the clutch, you're allowing the engine and transmission to synchonize without being forced...
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EcoModding Central
11-28-2010, 07:24 AM
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Arragonis' Fabia Mod Thread
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24,634
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ShadeTreeMech
http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/41083000/jpg...
http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/41083000/jpg/_41083455_jimmyhill270.jpg
Ah, now I see what the joke is about!
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Motorcycles / Scooters
11-18-2010, 08:30 PM
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Feds say all motorcycle riders should be required to wear helmets
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17,119
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ShadeTreeMech
I agree with the first statement in theory, but...
I agree with the first statement in theory, but in practicality, it is the governement who must pay the hospital bills in many cases when a motorcycler is foolish enough to ride without the helmet...
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Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed
11-02-2010, 09:46 AM
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Heavier or lighter Flywheel to improve FE?
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16,378
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
So in summary..... if you're planning on...
So in summary.....
if you're planning on luggin in the lower rpms, heavier flywheels are better. If the engine needs to change speed frequently, lighter is better.
With a lightweight flywheel...
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DIY / How-to
10-19-2010, 10:24 AM
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Removing Ethanol from Gasoline
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120,835
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ShadeTreeMech
Wow let's change the subject to why is taking...
Wow let's change the subject to why is taking ethanol out of gas helpful?
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Aerodynamics
10-03-2010, 04:00 AM
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use the air we drive through
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8,845
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
I have to disagree with many people here about...
I have to disagree with many people here about this.
The common philosophy is to go alternatorless will save buckets of energy. My question is, if an alternator is drawing no power, how much gas...
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General Efficiency Discussion
10-02-2010, 08:04 AM
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Fuel Consumption Economics...???
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12,884
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
Steady state driving will of course put less...
Steady state driving will of course put less stress on fewer components than city driving, which is the worst place for a vehicle to spend it's time. How many times in an ad have I seen a vehicle...
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General Efficiency Discussion
09-26-2010, 03:26 PM
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Fuel Consumption Economics...???
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12,884
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
The economics of hypermiling are likely to change...
The economics of hypermiling are likely to change somewhat as time goes by. Fuel prices will likely rise, both due to historical trends and due to the explosive economic growth in India and Asia,...
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Forum News & Feedback
09-23-2010, 08:29 PM
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Thank you darin!
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2,754
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
Thank you darin!
Darin Cosgrove founded this magnificent site, and I thought those in the know (RH77, bennelson, etc.) would be gracious enough to help us know the story of the beginning of this VERY helpful site,...
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EcoModding Central
09-14-2010, 09:17 AM
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152
idea, 4 cylinder to 2 cylinder engine conversion
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45,912
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
Harleys are a BAD example. Any decent motorcycle...
Harleys are a BAD example. Any decent motorcycle with 2 jugs runs smooth as silk. Harley has a crank that would be great if there were 3 cylinders, instead there are 2; ie, the rods are opposed by...
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The Lounge
09-04-2010, 02:15 PM
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Round little bugga
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3,427
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
10 minutes later and I'm still LAUGHING!!!
10 minutes later and I'm still LAUGHING!!!
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EcoModding Central
09-04-2010, 01:15 PM
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First time I've seen a change in toe quantified, Car and Driver 1st gen Insight test.
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11,268
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
depending on the vehicle and type of steering the...
depending on the vehicle and type of steering the toe setting will be different.
On rear wheel drive you want a bit of toe in since the wheels will be pushed to closer to a zero toe setting as...
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Off-Topic Tech
08-05-2010, 07:26 PM
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Using Magnets to increase milage
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11,545
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
Prove all things, hold on to the good I Thess. 5:21
Simple comparison. You say the magnets do wonders for gas mileage, but I'm not far behind you in average MPG and there's another guy doing a lot better than either of us. It's the scientific...
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Off-Topic Tech
08-04-2010, 08:33 PM
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Using Magnets to increase milage
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11,545
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
only way magnets help gas mileage is if they are...
only way magnets help gas mileage is if they are part of an electric motor.
Forum:
Alternative Transportation
07-31-2010, 06:00 PM
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Hybrid Electric Photovoltaic Vehicle
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2,000
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
Dude, you've found a good place to talk about...
Dude, you've found a good place to talk about such things. We've got people making metros into electric cars, and folks sticking PV cells on the roof of their Escort station wagon! Ask questions,...
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EcoModding Central
07-25-2010, 03:05 PM
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Thermo Fan Settings
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2,092
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
you have a toyota powered Datsun mentioned, but a...
you have a toyota powered Datsun mentioned, but a celica listed (cool car, btw)
What datsun are you talking about?
I wouldn't worry about the rad getting hot til about 200 to 220, which is...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
07-18-2010, 03:50 AM
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154
New bug, .38 CD why?
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33,923
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
What I meant is I'm not one, only that I too have...
What I meant is I'm not one, only that I too have been doing a lot of reading and know where to look for info, so here's some useful links......not certain what may have been implied, but I'm no good...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
07-17-2010, 10:07 AM
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154
New bug, .38 CD why?
Views:
33,923
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
Here's another chart for your perrusal. Chaz is...
Here's another chart for your perrusal. Chaz is close to being accurate when he says the chopped boattail has the same Cd as the full blown deal; it doesn't, but past 50%, you're really just...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
07-17-2010, 01:13 AM
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154
New bug, .38 CD why?
Views:
33,923
Posted By
ShadeTreeMech
You'll want to follow the streamlining template...
You'll want to follow the streamlining template as closely as possible. It is below posted by another ecomodder on another thread....
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