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Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 12-02-2022, 04:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,651
Posted By Gasoline Fumes
I paid $300 for my Insight and almost immediately...

I paid $300 for my Insight and almost immediately sold the hybrid battery for $700. I've probably put a few hundred dollars into it in the 3.5 years I've been driving it. Averaging 64 MPG.
Forum: Forum News & Feedback 08-05-2022, 07:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,349
Posted By jakobnev
So the author has apparently moved on from fuel...

So the author has apparently moved on from fuel savers to miracle cure devices:

https://www.aquacure4u.com/About
Forum: DIY / How-to 07-14-2022, 03:56 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 14,271
Posted By jakobnev
Well, such devices tend to be utter SCAMS. ...

Well, such devices tend to be utter SCAMS.

Yeah, because the products tend to be utter SCAMS.

No, no, see above.
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-13-2022, 07:48 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,560
Posted By MetroMPG
75 mpg at what speed?

Inquiring minds wanted to know!

I interviewed the builder via email a bunch of years ago. Here's what he said on that subject:



https://metrompg.com/posts/xfi-aero-car.htm

Woo, way back...
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-08-2022, 10:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,560
Posted By Phase
when people claim 75mpg, it means nothing. 75mpg...

when people claim 75mpg, it means nothing. 75mpg at what speed? 45mph? what temperature? 80 degrees outside versus 40?
Forum: For Sale 07-08-2022, 08:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,022
Posted By sheepdog 44
Aero Geo metro not mine

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/563955438685617/?__cft__[0]=AZUlX_pijMRbFD7qL-wGfywe78hR5KEEohCuM9fSKzOo1FJ9_bTQhZdTNixB9O1ybTxR1O0Uat5pA0c_3JOQ4p42oqU1wPAFw9X8p1DA6icDTTdBL0BW6aJc8iE-NfcCx1...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 05-05-2022, 05:37 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 17,555
Posted By Drifter
Every time one of those Camrys passes me I find...

Every time one of those Camrys passes me I find myself irritated by the gianormous gap between the exhaust pipe and the body on that otherwise sleek design.

...
Forum: Hybrids 09-22-2021, 02:43 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 14,758
Posted By alexshock
Definitely more resistent. My goal is to make a...

Definitely more resistent. My goal is to make a combination of alumnium + fiberglass.

PVC - is only a model to define final form, dimensions, holes, etc.

After several experiments with...
Forum: Introductions 01-06-2020, 05:18 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 16,491
Posted By Dizono
No, unfortunately, due to the extensive lowering...

No, unfortunately, due to the extensive lowering of the car (about 3 cm's at front, about 5 in the back), one of the driveshafts is nearing end of life. So that needs to be replaced first. Mind that...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 11-14-2019, 07:04 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 17,800
Posted By MetroMPG
I just bought Canada's cheapest 3-cylinder Mitsubishi Mirage. EcoMods now in progress...

https://ecomodder.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=27176&stc=1&d=1573772403

It was inevitable, right?!

But I'm honestly surprised how quickly some of the rough-around-the-edges,...
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-29-2019, 02:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,369
Posted By Hersbird
First you need to consider both Cd and frontal...

First you need to consider both Cd and frontal aera. I could make a jumbo jet with a low Cd but it would take an enormous amount of power because of the frontal aera.
Second, I don't think that...
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-11-2019, 04:31 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,749
Posted By freebeard
[Challenge Accepted] ...

[Challenge Accepted]

https://ecomodder.com/forum/member-freebeard-albums-more+photoshops-picture8467-rav4.jpg
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-27-2019, 10:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,868
Posted By Fat Charlie
So we'd better collect $75 each from 8,000 hybrid...

So we'd better collect $75 each from 8,000 hybrid owners. They need to contribute their fair share!
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-20-2019, 02:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,868
Posted By bluesight
ALERT! - Wisconsin Insight G1 Owners - Contest your $75 Hybrid Fee

It is really critical that G1 Insight owners immediately contest the $75 registration fee if you receive a registration/license renewal form that includes it. This is especially true for 1999-2003...
Forum: Success Stories 09-17-2019, 05:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,569
Posted By funkhoss
90 day average over 90 MPG

In the 70 MPG challenge thread, back in July, I wrote this:



Well...we did it! The current 90-day average for the "little car" is 91.08 MPG.

I gave my wife (and myself) a pep talk shortly...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 09-17-2019, 04:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,807
Posted By Chuckwagon
26856 Thank you for the quick response! This...

26856

Thank you for the quick response! This is it. It is totally bone stock other than the wheel covers and WAI. The man that owned it before me siad he plan was to put an H22 in it and make it a...
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-17-2019, 03:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,167
Posted By Daox
IMO with modern fuel injection this is not a big...

IMO with modern fuel injection this is not a big issue. High idle is more about getting the CAT up to temp than it is about idling nice.

If you are running a carburetor it is more of an issue.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-25-2019, 04:58 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 37,442
Posted By oil pan 4
I changed the oil in my leaf today. I stripped...

I changed the oil in my leaf today.
I stripped out the belly pan took it for a little 6 mile drive to churn up the oil then pulled the plugs.
The 6 mile drive warmed up the transmission some, I...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-22-2019, 01:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,634
Posted By Nicrandom
Driven 30k miles in a Chevy Bolt!

We bought a 2017 Chevy Bolt Jan 2 of 2018 and have driven over 30k. If you have questions, If you are wanting to buy an EV, I can provide answers!
Forum: Hybrids 08-13-2019, 12:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,583
Posted By cowmeat
Ad said the prices were only good for customers...

Ad said the prices were only good for customers living in Idaho, Washington and Alaska :confused:

I'm wondering if these have been licensed and used by the dealer for a short period of time. The...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 07-26-2019, 01:01 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,476
Posted By Hersbird
So that's the best so far. I know Fiat is...

So that's the best so far. I know Fiat is claiming the new Ecodiesel will be the best so I wonder if it hits 30 highway with the 4wd. The Ford has a good 2wd rating but takes a big hit with the 4wd....
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-25-2019, 12:43 AM
Replies: 354
Views: 57,567
Posted By mpg_numbers_guy
Filled up today. Pretty sure I'm nearing the peak...

Filled up today. Pretty sure I'm nearing the peak of what my car is capable of without some extreme mods such as boattail or 130 PSI tires (neither of which are in the plans).

918.7 miles, 9.973...
Forum: Success Stories 07-23-2019, 08:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,026
Posted By Ecky
200+ HP, 65+ MPG tank

Cross-posting from the 70MPG Challenge thread, but I'm so pleased I can't help but share it in a few places.

Drove back from Boston on Sunday, and managed a hair above 65MPG over 220 miles in my...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 07-19-2019, 06:04 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,889
Posted By JSH
I currently lease a 2016 Spark EV. The EPA...

I currently lease a 2016 Spark EV. The EPA range is 82 miles and I get 95 miles in the summer using A/C and 65 miles in the winter using heat. The defroster works fine and is quick to warm up and...
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-13-2019, 12:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,763
Posted By Vman455
This guy...

This guy (https://priuschat.com/threads/rays-super-eco-drive-gear-15in-forged.202671/), as of June 30, is asking $800 for a set of Rays.
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