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Forum: The Lounge 05-01-2012, 12:45 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,953
Posted By larrybuck
Avoid eye contact if all possible! Don't let...

Avoid eye contact if all possible! Don't let anyone GET to your head!

I understand that you didn't want to get boxed out of your turnoff, but since you were traveling at the speeds you stated; a...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 04-18-2012, 12:32 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 17,679
Posted By 8307c4
I am sorry but a lot of folks need to learn to...

I am sorry but a lot of folks need to learn to stop getting into the extremes, when it comes to hypermiling one still needs to observe the law and driving 25mph below the speed limit is against the...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 04-12-2012, 10:10 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 17,679
Posted By Frank Lee
On a related note, I believe it was the...

On a related note, I believe it was the conservatives that gave us the dept of homeland security- biggest addition to the police state in one swell foop there ever was. And that is all I will note...
Forum: EcoModding Central 02-28-2012, 10:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,743
Posted By Olympiadis
It sounds to me like it is your torque converter...

It sounds to me like it is your torque converter locking that is giving the increased MPG.
To test this you might try tracing your TCC circuit and then wiring in an over-ride switch.

Most newer...
Forum: Aerodynamics 02-03-2012, 07:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,180
Posted By Sven7
Thanks for the bickering. Bosch Icon ...

Thanks for the bickering.

Bosch Icon
http://www.aa1car.com/library/wiper_blade_bosch_icon.jpg

Standard blades
http://cosconline.com/11776_Wiper_blades.jpg

Was that so damn hard?
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 01-31-2012, 09:05 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 34,051
Posted By user removed
Four things I would consider. PCV valve...

Four things I would consider.

PCV valve partially clogged, easy to clean it, it sticks out of the valve cover with a hose attached. Drivers side I think. Pull it out and clean it thoroughly. Easy...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 01-29-2012, 09:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,062
Posted By sendler
It is possible to do things that help the trucker...

It is possible to do things that help the trucker from behind such as the functions of what a wide load chase vehicle does. Ie help them get back into the lane at the top of a hill when the right...
Forum: Hybrids 12-29-2011, 08:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,682
Posted By bwilson4web
Hi, There is some fuel burn but even in "B",...

Hi,

There is some fuel burn but even in "B", the indicated fuel consumption is greater than 100 MPG. To see the exact value, you'll need a ScanGauge II which is a good idea for maintenance and...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 12-14-2011, 12:28 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 17,679
Posted By Geonerd
You can argue all you want about the letter of...

You can argue all you want about the letter of the law, but whether or not you came to a full and complete stop is completely irrelevant. What IS relevant is that you were going substantially slower...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 12-07-2011, 03:24 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 25,235
Posted By BHarvey
When tuned, small throttle openings are good....

When tuned, small throttle openings are good. FCR's atomize fuel very well allowing a little leaner AFR than other carbs, without running hot.
The small pod filters give the carb the 'impression'...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 11-21-2011, 12:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,121
Posted By beatr911
2012 Ford Focus impression, mpg data

So I was in Las Vegas for work and rented a Focus from Payless car rental. The guy at the counter said it was a 2010, I was disappointed hoping for a new one. Happily suprised though when it turned...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 11-20-2011, 03:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,896
Posted By Sven7
I would like to add that with an automatic you...

I would like to add that with an automatic you should NOT be EOC'ing unless you're absolutely sure this will not harm the transmission. Many autos will not circulate lubricants when the engine is off...
Forum: Hybrids 10-02-2011, 07:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,821
Posted By bwilson4web
Prius initial open-loop operation

A cold Prius engine initially operates in a open-loop mode because the O{2} sensors are too cold to measure the oxygen level. During this time, the car tries to maximize use of battery traction power...
Forum: Hybrids 07-07-2011, 01:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,682
Posted By bwilson4web
Prius vs hilly terrain

Recently there was a posting in a USENET group about driving in hilly terrain. But this is another approach, assuming regular highway traffic mix including large trucks. It is based upon keeping the...
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