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Forum: EcoModding Central

07-20-2012, 12:34 AM

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First Goal: 550hp LS1 Getting 30mpg

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Posted By some_other_dave

Contact Linear Logic, the manufacturers. The...

Contact Linear Logic, the manufacturers. The instantaneous MPG in my SGII changes drastically with throttle position changes. It is possible that there is something going on with the OBD2 protocol...

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-21-2012, 10:24 PM

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First Goal: 550hp LS1 Getting 30mpg

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Posted By mcrews

that is a sweet ride.

that is a sweet ride.

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-21-2012, 09:30 PM

Replies: 68

First Goal: 550hp LS1 Getting 30mpg

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Posted By 02ws6

Looks as if the magic is gonna be in the tune.. ...

Looks as if the magic is gonna be in the tune..

This is datalogging on board tuning.. Thought you might be interested in the results.. This guy also did some ghetto aero mods but nothing too...

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-14-2012, 10:49 PM

Replies: 68

First Goal: 550hp LS1 Getting 30mpg

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Posted By brucepick

In my last post here I wrote "limit it's...

In my last post here I wrote "limit it's revolutions". I might have better said, "reduce its revolutions".

A good amount of energy / fuel is needed just to turn the engine. That's why we go to...

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-14-2012, 04:55 PM

Replies: 68

First Goal: 550hp LS1 Getting 30mpg

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Posted By 02ws6

I know that GM has had the technology to kill the...

I know that GM has had the technology to kill the fuel on a certain amount of cylinders depending on how much throttle you give it for years... Don't know how well that will play in in your ride...

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-13-2012, 10:44 PM

Replies: 68

First Goal: 550hp LS1 Getting 30mpg

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Posted By brucepick

I think that's very much a "worthy pursuit". In...

I think that's very much a "worthy pursuit". In other words, well worth doing.

Having pushed my admittedly small 1.6 liter engine to nearly 60% above the U.S. EPA's fuel economy estimate, I'm...

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-13-2012, 01:58 PM

Replies: 68

First Goal: 550hp LS1 Getting 30mpg

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Posted By smokey442

I think the Rhoads lifter is going to hurt you....

I think the Rhoads lifter is going to hurt you. If you're going to try it do it on intake only. The exhaust closing ramp on all cams is very gentle. If you're running a knock sensor its going to hear...

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-13-2012, 09:59 AM

Replies: 68

First Goal: 550hp LS1 Getting 30mpg

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Posted By Iexpedite

Sounds like you have done almost everything...

Sounds like you have done almost everything possible to maximize the efficiency of your horsepower motor. Some aero mods would help (I'm thinking belly pan). I am sure you don't want to ugly up your...

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-13-2012, 07:56 AM

Replies: 68

First Goal: 550hp LS1 Getting 30mpg

Views: 33,976

Posted By vskid3

I think you're getting to the point where...

I think you're getting to the point where diminishing returns will really start to kick in as far as engine efficiency goes. You would probably get much better gains-per-dollar with some aero mods,...

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-13-2012, 04:50 AM

Replies: 68

First Goal: 550hp LS1 Getting 30mpg

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Posted By mcrews

I would first ask if you have increased the psi...

I would first ask if you have increased the psi in the tires?
Since you are obviously VERY mechanicly inclined :thumbup: , have you thought about a slightly taller tire or working w/ the rear ratio?

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-02-2012, 10:58 AM

Replies: 284

water injection = Higher Efficiency?

Views: 46,251

Posted By drmiller100

gasolne has almost no lubricating properties any...

gasolne has almost no lubricating properties any more, and water is actually more viscous then gasoline (better lubrication).

I think you could use any fuel injector for water.

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-02-2012, 10:50 AM

Replies: 284

water injection = Higher Efficiency?

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Posted By oil pan 4

My water/methanol pressure regulator system would...

My water/methanol pressure regulator system would work with both boost and vacuum.

If you read the water injection wiki you would see I have found a part for or solved every problem you have...

Forum: EcoModding Central

05-02-2012, 03:01 AM

Replies: 284

water injection = Higher Efficiency?

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Posted By tjts1

Modern EFI injectors are all stainless internals...

Modern EFI injectors are all stainless internals and are therefore capable of handing E85 or straight water. The catch is that you have to use distilled water otherwise the EFI injector will clog...

Forum: EcoModding Central

04-28-2012, 02:01 AM

Replies: 284

water injection = Higher Efficiency?

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Posted By t vago

No problem. Hm... A mechanical pump......

No problem.

Hm... A mechanical pump... (I'm assuming a positive displacement pump, since them electric pumps use impellers)... Now, that's an idea.

You're making me wonder, too, now... I...

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