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Forum: Aerodynamics 02-08-2015, 12:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,324
Posted By ChazInMT
I contend that this is already taking place,...

I contend that this is already taking place, aerodynamics has really shaped the form of the "3 Box Sedan" to where many cars are very similar in silhouette to each other. To illustrate here a 7 cars...
Forum: The Lounge 02-02-2015, 02:57 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 16,398
Posted By Arragonis
Awake thread, awake - live... The Raspberry...

Awake thread, awake - live...

The Raspberry PI has now reached version 2.0 which features an ARM7 quad core processor running at 900mhz compared to the original running an ARM5 single core at...
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-29-2014, 07:24 PM
Replies: 329
Views: 66,189
Posted By Daox
As foretold, the first mod is done! First,...

As foretold, the first mod is done!

First, drop the glove box down. Press inward on each side of the glove box. There are tabs on the side that act as stops.
...
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-17-2014, 04:44 PM
Replies: 329
Views: 66,189
Posted By Daox
While I was working on the control arm mount, my...

While I was working on the control arm mount, my lovely wife helped out by polishing and sealing the headlights on the Metro. They weren't horrific, but they certainly look a lot better now.

She...
Forum: The Lounge 08-02-2014, 12:03 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 28,323
Posted By freebeard
I looked into it a bit. The original show car was...

I looked into it a bit. The original show car was a roller with no drivetrain and it's gone. But here's someone who cared enough to reproduce it: 1954 Corvette Nomad Recreated by Zane Zander...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-01-2014, 05:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,397
Posted By Frank Lee
I think it is a very BAD thing; this crazy...

I think it is a very BAD thing; this crazy pishing contest to see who has the tallest truck has resulted in bedsides so tall that even a 6'4"er can't simply reach into the box to retrieve stuff. You...
Forum: The Lounge 07-31-2014, 05:34 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,935
Posted By Frank Lee
In the future, don't speed.

In the future, don't speed.
Forum: DIY / How-to 07-30-2014, 10:59 PM
Replies: 772
Views: 256,492
Posted By deejaaa
i rec'd the basalt samples. truly amazing stuff....

i rec'd the basalt samples. truly amazing stuff. it is like fiberglass in the way it will imbed in your skin and itch. i will post pics when i get a chance. the rod is really lightweight but very...
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-07-2014, 08:39 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,482
Posted By Frank Lee
Parachute effect! ...

Parachute effect!
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r262/theclencher/Wind-Dog_zps56f390ee.jpg (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/theclencher/media/Wind-Dog_zps56f390ee.jpg.html)
Forum: DIY / How-to 06-28-2014, 04:40 PM
Replies: 772
Views: 256,492
Posted By NeilBlanchard
I had a productive day (so far) - I have cut the...

I had a productive day (so far) - I have cut the windshield opening! Here's the progression:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v724/NeilBlanchard/CarBEN%20EV%20Concept/th_DSC_0048_zps2f52d04a.jpg...
Forum: EcoModding Central 02-17-2014, 12:22 AM
Replies: 393
Views: 141,051
Posted By Christ
Its manual.. that's theft protection right there....

Its manual.. that's theft protection right there. I joke with my insurance agent about this frequently - my car has a passive anti-theft device... its called a clutch pedal.
Forum: Aerodynamics 02-07-2014, 04:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,136
Posted By aerohead
wheels

You might compare tire width and wheels between the two cars.Together,they can easily alter the Cd by that much.
The CRX,Trans Am Firebird,and Renault Vesta II all had this much difference depending...
Forum: The Lounge 02-04-2014, 11:47 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 12,238
Posted By Frank Lee
Not too sure about each generation...

Not too sure about each generation out-reproducing it's last. Years ago it was far more common to have a dozen spawn than now- here, Mexico, and in many places.

I do think it isn't a totally...
Forum: Introductions 01-30-2014, 09:09 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,871
Posted By roosterk0031
Can't get to the mpg of cars, but a mid 90's S-10...

Can't get to the mpg of cars, but a mid 90's S-10 or Ranger could be a fun project. 2wd 4c 5sp, get to make a topper, grill block, air dam, lower it, power steering delete, receiver hitch mounted...
Forum: DIY / How-to 12-20-2013, 04:50 PM
Replies: 772
Views: 256,492
Posted By aerohead
a hand

Neil,I'll be there in spirit.
I've had losses,but nothing of the magnitude your facing.
I want to think that the foam will have a 'memory' and maintain its original form such that it can be...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 11-13-2013, 04:51 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 18,298
Posted By brucey
With luxury pick ups, I can't help but think of...

With luxury pick ups, I can't help but think of the blackwood:

Lincoln Blackwood - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lincoln_Blackwood)
Forum: EcoModding Central 11-03-2013, 09:57 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,176
Posted By Talon
I'm not dead. . .

It has been a while since I have posted, not a lot of work done on the little car during that time, just head scratching and doodling. (I have gotten 14 cords of wood cut, bucked up , split and...
Forum: DIY / How-to 10-26-2013, 12:22 PM
Replies: 772
Views: 256,492
Posted By NeilBlanchard
Today I picked up the windshield, and the full...

Today I picked up the windshield, and the full wiper system, and the vent bezel!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v724/NeilBlanchard/CarBEN%20EV%20Concept/th_DSC_3117_zps50470dd4.jpg...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-06-2013, 04:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 990
Posted By mikeyjd
Arrow How a Car Engine Works

http://i.minus.com/iegL9kCcgCEkR.gif
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-27-2013, 10:07 PM
Replies: 393
Views: 141,051
Posted By user removed
The overall final drive (3.15) works out to the...

The overall final drive (3.15) works out to the theoretical top speed of 83 MPH. Peak torque at 2500 RPM will be 55-60 MPH in 5th gear. First gear at max (3600) RPM works out to right at 22-24 MPH,...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 07-30-2013, 05:24 PM
Replies: 243
Views: 41,453
Posted By cbaber
1. Driving below the speed limit is not imposing...

1. Driving below the speed limit is not imposing my will upon others. The idea that drivers need to "go with the flow" IS imposing YOUR will on me. Every driver is obligated to follow traffic laws...
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-15-2013, 03:54 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 77,011
Posted By nathan01xl
with my tonneau and tire spats installed i have...

with my tonneau and tire spats installed i have seen an approximate increase of 2-3 mpgs at highway speeds
Forum: DIY / How-to 06-23-2013, 12:42 AM
Replies: 772
Views: 256,492
Posted By NeilBlanchard
I'd be surprised if the stand-in foam tires cost...

I'd be surprised if the stand-in foam tires cost $50 - that would be four sheets of foam at a bit over $12/sheet, and they are pretty compact on the sheet.

The PhlatPrinter 3 CNC kit was about...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-20-2013, 09:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,654
Posted By Sven7
Kammback profile, pointy window graphic, strong...

Kammback profile, pointy window graphic, strong haunches, fin-like rear pillar with matching tail light... something tells me Honda kept refining this concept into the CR-Z. We can call that a...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-24-2013, 02:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,083
Posted By Frank Lee
I mathed out a trike conversion on a Tempo....

I mathed out a trike conversion on a Tempo. Modest lowering and increasing front track via offset wheels lead to predicted stability no worse than that of a full-size van.
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