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Forum: Aerodynamics 11-03-2017, 12:55 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 313,235
Posted By gasstingy
My commute is 19.3 miles each way, ~half @ 55...

My commute is 19.3 miles each way, ~half @ 55 mph, balance is mostly 45 mph. I leave before most of the morning rush hits, so I have a gentle commute. No tall mountains, (except on the weekends...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 08-11-2016, 04:11 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 14,052
Posted By gasstingy
I bought a 2008 Malibu Hybrid new in 2009. The...

I bought a 2008 Malibu Hybrid new in 2009. The belt-alternator-starter is what they called it on that one. When you had the AC in the correct setting and came to a stop, the engine shut off {along...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-07-2016, 02:31 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 160,947
Posted By gasstingy
Don't forget that this is not a production ready...

Don't forget that this is not a production ready view of the car. It was for Part 1 of a 3 part reveal. If all of the coolest things about the new baby Tesla were revealed ~ 2 years ahead of being...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-27-2015, 09:39 AM
Replies: 554
Views: 105,035
Posted By gasstingy
Neil, Great job on your 4.79 miles per kWh! ...

Neil,

Great job on your 4.79 miles per kWh! Any concerns on running the battery this low?

IIRC, shallow cycling a battery usually results in a longer service life. OTOH, it is great to see...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 02-26-2015, 01:21 PM
Replies: 330
Views: 41,946
Posted By gasstingy
My daughter wrecked an '85 Mustang without...

My daughter wrecked an '85 Mustang without wearing its three point seatbelt. The car had no airbag(s). She was going approximately 45 mph when she left the road and hit a tree that was HUGE. It...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 12-08-2014, 08:51 AM
Replies: 554
Views: 105,035
Posted By gasstingy
I put enough solar on our property {6.81 kW...

I put enough solar on our property {6.81 kW ground mounted} so we converted from a 77% efficient natural gas furnace to a 19 SEER/ 10.2 HSPF central unit. We still make more than we use, but as soon...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-23-2013, 01:38 PM
Replies: 250
Views: 159,174
Posted By gasstingy
I came to this thread late as well, and today...

I came to this thread late as well, and today just finished reading all the posts in the order they were written. I've enjoyed the work that's been done, most notably the fiberglass outside carbon...
Forum: DIY / How-to 02-28-2013, 02:27 PM
Replies: 772
Views: 277,529
Posted By gasstingy
I have to subscribe, because (1) the entire...

I have to subscribe, because (1) the entire project is awesome and (2) I keep forgetting where I left off......

Great work!
Forum: Aerodynamics 03-02-2012, 08:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,808
Posted By gasstingy
Our company hauls fuel, and I haven't seen much...

Our company hauls fuel, and I haven't seen much aero stuff for tankers. We have tried the super singles a couple years ago. When we stopped using them, I asked the boss why. He had two negative...
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-29-2011, 01:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,516
Posted By gasstingy
I's like to suggest a trip to your local Nissan...

I's like to suggest a trip to your local Nissan dealer to put a deposit on a new Leaf. Keep driving your faithful old vehicle until your Leaf shows up and then put it on Craig's list or Ebay.
...
Forum: DIY / How-to 07-21-2011, 01:48 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 14,093
Posted By gasstingy
If you're going to use your air conditioner most...

If you're going to use your air conditioner most effectively, you might consider insulating your car and getting a temperature blocking film for your windows.

I have no personal gain in what...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 05-13-2011, 08:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,468
Posted By gasstingy
AWC, I agree in some respects to MPG not being...

AWC, I agree in some respects to MPG not being too important. We all make choices on our driving habits. I can look at my fuel log and see the results of tradeoffs I've made when driving.

If...
Forum: Hybrids 09-22-2010, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,083
Posted By gasstingy
Help me out here, as my imagination is suffering...

Help me out here, as my imagination is suffering a bit. I got the part of relocating the radiator and adding an electric motor/generator and a small battery pack. Then, (the short version would be...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 08-20-2010, 08:56 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 14,452
Posted By gasstingy
I think I have a solution to the problem. As I...

I think I have a solution to the problem. As I understand it, you have a lot of deer that are looking to commit suicide on the front of your (or your neighbors) vehicle. You drive the largest...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-01-2010, 01:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,395
Posted By gasstingy
Do you have any pictures for us to see? You've...

Do you have any pictures for us to see? You've gotten my curiosity up to see a Celebrity with a boattail and a grille block.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-04-2010, 02:56 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 13,376
Posted By gasstingy
IMHO, they are probably trying to figure out how...

IMHO, they are probably trying to figure out how to squeeze the road use tax out of the EV'r that would otherwise be levied on a gallon of gas. Which I think is entirely fair....just as soon as they...
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