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Forum: Aerodynamics 07-04-2022, 01:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 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...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-29-2022, 07:43 PM
Replies: 230
Views: 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
...
Forum: Success Stories 06-28-2022, 01:26 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 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...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-28-2022, 08:38 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 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...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-28-2022, 03:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 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...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-26-2022, 09:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 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...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-24-2022, 02:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 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. ...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-23-2022, 10:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,242
Posted By Talos Woten
Question 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...
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 06-19-2022, 09:26 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 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...
Forum: Success Stories 06-16-2022, 03:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 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
Replies: 13
Views: 1,890
Posted By Gassipper
Turtle 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
Replies: 9
Views: 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
Replies: 8
Views: 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
Replies: 51
Views: 15,235
Posted By Talos Woten
Thumbs up 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
Replies: 8
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
Replies: 50
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...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-07-2022, 08:49 PM
Replies: 14
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.
...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-07-2022, 08:36 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 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...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-07-2022, 07:30 PM
Replies: 14
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
Replies: 51
Views: 5,635
Posted By Talos Woten
Thumbs up 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
Views: 1,244
Posted By Talos Woten
Arrow 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
Views: 15,235
Posted By Talos Woten
Thumbs up 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
Replies: 7
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
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
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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