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Drifter
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Aerodynamics
07-04-2022, 01:07 AM
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5
Effects of rake on CD
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881
Posted By
Vekke
I did CFD 3 runs on the A2 body. these are degree...
I did CFD 3 runs on the A2 body. these are degree angle.
0,0 -- >0,2762
0,5 -->0,2792
1,0 -->0,2904
So in that car level was better, differences in drag were big so should be able to notice the...
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EcoModding Central
06-29-2022, 07:43 PM
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230
The Prius Experiment
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30,170
Posted By
Blacktree
The pizza pans are installed! I was afraid they...
The pizza pans are installed! I was afraid they might look goofy. But as luck would have it, they're almost the same color as the car. So they blend in nicely.
https://i.imgur.com/K3FEknk.jpg
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Success Stories
06-28-2022, 01:26 PM
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335
Prius 75-91mpg
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52,526
Posted By
Nathan jones
It's not much lighter but wanted to make it super...
It's not much lighter but wanted to make it super strong, carbon with glass in between
Chassis tie. I will make a front one, it's not supposed to have one but it could do with it. At the bottom...
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EcoModding Central
06-28-2022, 08:38 AM
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33
New CR-V AWD mods
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3,140
Posted By
Joggernot
Engine Data
I have a 2018 CRV FWD. The engine data was found in an SAE paper (info attached). Hope this is useful for your driving pleasure. Search for the number of the paper. It is too large to post or...
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EcoModding Central
06-28-2022, 03:45 AM
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33
New CR-V AWD mods
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3,140
Posted By
serialk11r
OK I laid a silhouette against the template and...
OK I laid a silhouette against the template and got some approximate measurements for a cardboard box cavity. I also ordered a 3m nylon strap on ebay for 3 dollars (hopefully that and some leftover...
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EcoModding Central
06-26-2022, 09:15 PM
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33
New CR-V AWD mods
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3,140
Posted By
serialk11r
New CR-V AWD mods
Context: I was shopping for a practical and relatively efficient family car for my parents and myself. Need AWD for ski trips, Caltrans make your life hard without it. Has to be "SUV", because the...
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Fossil Fuel Free
06-24-2022, 02:01 AM
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11
Anyone successfully used veggie oil for gasoline engines?
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1,486
Posted By
RustyLugNut
You will need a vehicle with Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI).
The vegetable oil is just about impossible to ignite if it is sprayed out of a common gasoline port injector (45-60 pounds per square inch injection pressure). A GDI engine runs 2000 to 3000 PSI. ...
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EcoModding Central
06-23-2022, 10:01 PM
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Chip / Fuel Map tuning?
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2,242
Posted By
Talos Woten
Chip / Fuel Map tuning?
Howdy all!
Does anyone have any personal experience with chip or fuel map tuning? I came across this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keGz_1BwcdQ
and from what I can gather they are...
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Off-Topic Tech
06-19-2022, 09:26 AM
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50
Reviving a 270K mile Highlander Hybrid
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5,098
Posted By
nemo
One of the more interesting threads I've seen in...
One of the more interesting threads I've seen in a while. That is sure an unusual location for piston scuff, is piston cracked or out of round? Thought on piston ring pt #s, the material or ring...
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Success Stories
06-16-2022, 03:06 PM
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51
66 mpg 2009 Totoya Prius, Champrius 4.0 Under Construction now
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5,635
Posted By
Talos Woten
A picture is worth a thousand words. Enjoy!
A picture is worth a thousand words. Enjoy!
Forum:
Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed
06-16-2022, 09:39 AM
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13
VX owners advise needed
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1,890
Posted By
Gassipper
VX owners advise needed
Hello everyone, I hope you all are doing well. This is my first post on Ecomodder so forgive me if this has already been asked. I have a 1992 Honda Civic VX and I have had it for about 8 years now. I...
Forum:
Hybrids
06-13-2022, 08:26 PM
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9
2008 Prius with Scangauge
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1,620
Posted By
Handsome Jack
I just got a Scangauge III I have a 2009...
I just got a Scangauge III
I have a 2009 Prius. The stock gauge is ok but doesn't show other things I'd like to know. So I bought the new Scangauge III with touch screen and it just arrived in the...
Forum:
Introductions
06-13-2022, 05:27 PM
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8
Hello from Washington State
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953
Posted By
Caddylackn
This weekend I filled up again after driving...
This weekend I filled up again after driving slower. This time 45.7 mpg. A new personal best. So this is my base mpg before mods.
So I stripped the roof rail off, and 4 out of 5 roof antenna...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
06-10-2022, 05:31 PM
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51
Does anyone know this car? (boat-tailed 2nd gen. Prius spotted in the wild)
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15,235
Posted By
Talos Woten
On Skirts and Sailing Wax
In version 1.0 I didn't. I covered everything with coroplast. Consequently, the car cabin overheated, it charred the belly pan, and I had to scrap the whole thing and start over. :p
In 4.0, I'm...
Forum:
Introductions
06-10-2022, 04:53 PM
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8
Hello from Washington State
Views:
953
Posted By
Caddylackn
Hello from Washington State
I have revived my old TDI Passat wagon now that gas is over $5 per gallon.
It has been parked for about 6 years. I was getting 42 mpg with it before. I just put on new tires, 195/60r14 in front...
Forum:
Off-Topic Tech
06-10-2022, 09:52 AM
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50
Reviving a 270K mile Highlander Hybrid
Views:
5,098
Posted By
Piotrsko
I suggest wobbly extensions where the end is...
I suggest wobbly extensions where the end is tapered, thinned, and lengthened so the socket can bend up to 15 degrees along with loose fitting drive ends on the socket. Harbor fright and couple of...
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EcoModding Central
06-07-2022, 08:49 PM
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14
Smaller Ecomods have better Return On Investment
Views:
1,244
Posted By
Ecky
I'm 100% onboard with quantifying returns on...
I'm 100% onboard with quantifying returns on investment, and I too keep spreadsheets. Now that you mention it, I will try to be more rigorous with my next vehicle in documenting costs and ROI.
...
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EcoModding Central
06-07-2022, 08:36 PM
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94
Ecomodding 2015 MX-5 Miata
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10,596
Posted By
Ecky
Ecomodding 2015 MX-5 Miata
EDIT: Updated. Car purchased!
The Insight found a new home, and I've moved overseas to New Zealand. Shortly after landing I picked this up:
https://i.imgur.com/jFMZcKk.jpg
Vehicle is a...
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EcoModding Central
06-07-2022, 07:30 PM
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14
Smaller Ecomods have better Return On Investment
Views:
1,244
Posted By
redpoint5
I advocate the use of spreadsheets for most...
I advocate the use of spreadsheets for most decision making, even subjective decisions like what to eat for dinner.
I made a spreadsheet where I listed various dinners, and rated 1-5 how much I...
Forum:
Success Stories
06-07-2022, 06:41 PM
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51
66 mpg 2009 Totoya Prius, Champrius 4.0 Under Construction now
Views:
5,635
Posted By
Talos Woten
66 mpg 2009 Totoya Prius, Champrius 4.0 Under Construction now
Howdy all!
I'm the creator and owner of Champrius, the Champion Camping Prius. (pronounced with stress like champion, not like Prius). My last revision of her (3.0) peaked at 66 mpg @ 65 mph...
Forum:
EcoModding Central
06-07-2022, 05:30 PM
Replies:
14
Smaller Ecomods have better Return On Investment
Views:
1,244
Posted By
Talos Woten
Smaller Ecomods have better Return On Investment
Howdy!
I'm the creator and owner of Champrius, the Champion Camping Prius. I'm a mathematician by training and am interested in bringing various aeromods and ecomods mainstream. I've...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
06-07-2022, 03:49 PM
Replies:
51
Does anyone know this car? (boat-tailed 2nd gen. Prius spotted in the wild)
Views:
15,235
Posted By
Talos Woten
All your questions, answered!
Hey all!
I'm the creator and owner of Champrius, the car pictured here.
She has all mirrors, they are just tiny. US interstate law says we need 10 sq in of area, and that's all I have. :) In...
Forum:
Success Stories
06-07-2022, 02:23 AM
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7
Finally broke the 3-digit barrier!
Views:
1,370
Posted By
Gasoline Fumes
Finally broke the 3-digit barrier!
2000 Honda Insight with plenty of issues can still deliver!
https://ecomodder.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=32325&stc=1&d=1654582753
...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
06-06-2022, 01:40 PM
Replies:
51
Solidworks CFD simulations
Views:
3,813
Posted By
Vekke
EQXX diffuser in extended mode this text?: The...
EQXX diffuser in extended mode this text?:
The diffuser is actually 2.8-degrees upsweep, beginning at 252mm,before the rear wheels.
Have done today more simulations got the ground level working...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
06-03-2022, 08:48 AM
Replies:
51
Solidworks CFD simulations
Views:
3,813
Posted By
Vekke
https://scontent-dus1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6...
https://scontent-dus1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/285947469_8162631587083988_8024306753220934745_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=0debeb&_nc_ohc=GRWbEOw_-O0AX8KiGyu&_nc_ht=scontent-dus1-1.xx&oh=00_A...
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