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Forum: Aerodynamics 10-13-2014, 12:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,983
Posted By Cobb
Since I own a roof rack Ive considered getting...

Since I own a roof rack Ive considered getting something like this and use the box for on top of car and the trailer for towing other stuff.
...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 10-03-2014, 04:17 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 13,995
Posted By redpoint5
The people in the back of my car are getting a...

The people in the back of my car are getting a free ride. I don't care if they are comfortable...

That said, I do want to sleep in the back of the Prius.
Forum: The Lounge 10-02-2014, 05:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,455
Posted By cowmeat
After I added the ecomodder decal, I razor bladed...

After I added the ecomodder decal, I razor bladed off all the Honda decals from the back glass.

Nothing but ecomodder on there now! Wish I would have removed the Honda decals before I added it. I...
Forum: The Lounge 10-02-2014, 05:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,141
Posted By darcane
There are at least a couple users on here who has...

There are at least a couple users on here who has been trying to get a product to come to life. Bondo has been working on an aerocap for a truck, there is a new user making an aerodynamic front...
Forum: The Lounge 10-02-2014, 05:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,141
Posted By brucey
Never gonna be profitable unless we make eco-mods...

Never gonna be profitable unless we make eco-mods cool first.
Forum: The Lounge 10-02-2014, 05:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,141
Posted By UltArc
It is a bit difficult to make modifications cost...

It is a bit difficult to make modifications cost efficient, quickly.

So one has to make a modification that is paid within 15,000 miles, and has to be made cheaper than what THEY, and made by use...
Forum: The Lounge 10-02-2014, 05:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,658
Posted By redneck
. How about a motorcycle...??? :D ...

.



How about a motorcycle...??? :D

Look at my avatar...

Here it is a little bigger.
Forum: The Lounge 10-02-2014, 04:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,455
Posted By nemo
Window decal, who knew? ...

Window decal, who knew?

http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/photolazy/DSC_0069_v1_zps89792670.jpg (http://s1174.photobucket.com/user/photolazy/media/DSC_0069_v1_zps89792670.jpg.html)
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-02-2014, 04:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,437
Posted By Daox
A few members have done this. Neil did it...

A few members have done this.

Neil did it with his xA (huge thread): http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/scion-xa-aero-mods-2969.html

Redneck did it with his Metro: ...
Forum: The Lounge 10-02-2014, 04:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,455
Posted By RedDevil
I'll jump in... ...

I'll jump in...

http://ecomodder.com/forum/member-reddevil-albums-reddevil%27s+picture+store-picture6411-its.jpg

Whoopee!
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 10-02-2014, 09:02 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 13,995
Posted By hamsterpower
Its probably been said already but anyway... The...

Its probably been said already but anyway... The Fiesta is a sub-compact car that gets almost as much MPGs as the Prius but the Prius is a Mid-size car. That is a full two classes BIGGER.

If you...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-30-2014, 10:51 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 13,995
Posted By PaleMelanesian
This. I don't drive a Prius. My goals...

This.

I don't drive a Prius. My goals with my car choice were: hatchback with good cargo space (excludes fiesta), good mileage, reliable. I could have bought a Prius, or my Fit. Since I'm...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-29-2014, 09:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,613
Posted By PaleMelanesian
How do I do it? First, that's a single tank...

How do I do it?

First, that's a single tank in perfect conditions. Summer, so no school dropoff. Summer, so high temperatures. No extra trips besides commuting. I know the route intimately. ...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-28-2014, 10:09 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 13,995
Posted By vskid3
I think you're thinking of the Nissan Micra. ...

I think you're thinking of the Nissan Micra.

One thing to remember when comparing the Prius to economy cars like the Fiesta and Mirage is that the Prius tends to have more technology and extras...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-28-2014, 09:02 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 13,995
Posted By user removed
Prius $.06 per mile in fuel cost. My 2011...

Prius $.06 per mile in fuel cost.
My 2011 Fiesta $.07 per mile in fuel cost.
My 1992 Sentra $.08-9 per mile in fuel cost.

The Sentra cost me $300. I just did a little 274 mile road trip and got...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-28-2014, 07:59 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 13,995
Posted By redneck
. Have you considered a Mitsubishi...

.

Have you considered a Mitsubishi Mirage...???

Starts at $13,000.


Estimated MPG

34 city / 42 hwy
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-28-2014, 04:48 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 13,995
Posted By gone-ot
...because the Prius gets excellent FE during...

...because the Prius gets excellent FE during BOTH city/urban and highway use, whereas your Fiesta gets it high FE predominately only during highway use.

But, is it worth (ROI) the price...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-28-2014, 04:02 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 13,995
Posted By Cobb
No, you are right. Back in 2000 you could still...

No, you are right. Back in 2000 you could still find a geo metro or a first gen insight for sale, but now the higher mpg cars are really inexpensive in relation to the hybrids on the market.
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-28-2014, 12:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,267
Posted By 2000mc
How wide does the air dam go? So long as it...

How wide does the air dam go? So long as it reaches out to at least as wide as the inner edges of the front tires, I think it would be good.
Is the bumper cover open on the bottom side, or can you...
Forum: Events & Meet-ups 09-28-2014, 11:45 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 13,763
Posted By sheepdog 44
Weather at that elevation is not an issue. I hike...

Weather at that elevation is not an issue. I hike to the top regularly and the temperature is usually very near that of the base. The tower at the top has been closed since last year, so we will not...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-27-2014, 08:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,267
Posted By UltArc
Looking forward to seeing your results.

Looking forward to seeing your results.
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 09-25-2014, 02:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,309
Posted By Fat Charlie
I've been running 44 in mine since I got it. ...

I've been running 44 in mine since I got it. Feels great.
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 09-25-2014, 02:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,309
Posted By Daox
As for what pressure to run. There definitely is...

As for what pressure to run. There definitely is a diminishing effect as you raise it higher. Darin did some testing a while back that illustrates this very well.
...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 09-25-2014, 02:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,309
Posted By Xusn96
If I am not mistaken, I believe the folks around...

If I am not mistaken, I believe the folks around here recommend to inflate to the maximum recommended number found on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle, or there abouts. AFAIK no one...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 09-25-2014, 02:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,309
Posted By Daox
Maximum sidewall pressure. It will have this...

Maximum sidewall pressure. It will have this rating on the tire itself.
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