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Forum: Success Stories 07-24-2013, 03:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,115
Posted By Piwoslaw
Good going Rob:thumbup: I've gotten over...

Good going Rob:thumbup:

I've gotten over 1660km twice on 63 liters of diesel, but this was with aeromods. Now I put in around 58-60 liters after 1200-1500km. As you get to know the car better, and...
Forum: The Lounge 06-08-2011, 10:53 PM
Replies: 443
Views: 57,923
Posted By Thymeclock
Did you really expect gratitude from the Iraqis?...

Did you really expect gratitude from the Iraqis? Do you expect them to act like Americans now?

After we imposed ourselves into that country, spending a fortune and incurring massive debt, we won't...
Forum: EcoModding Central 06-01-2011, 03:02 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 32,865
Posted By Arragonis
At least it wasn't an arm and a leg... :D

At least it wasn't an arm and a leg... :D
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-29-2011, 10:32 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 17,562
Posted By jamesqf
Is the flow almost nonexistent below, though? ...

Is the flow almost nonexistent below, though? Thinking in 3D, it seems as though there'd be a lot of turbulent airflow in from the sides.

But instead of arguing about this, why not just go...
Forum: The Lounge 05-26-2011, 07:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,531
Posted By 320touring
"Jaywalking" laws crack me up! I've seen it...

"Jaywalking" laws crack me up!

I've seen it extensively in Eastern European countries. Personally I dont see the point in such laws- It removes the "Darwinian" element from the sport of crossing...
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 05-21-2011, 05:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,507
Posted By Arragonis
You are a racer though Rob - I love the sound of...

You are a racer though Rob - I love the sound of a TDI + turbo spooling and slowing at low revs myself - kind of full of potential and menace without really breathing hard.

Kind of like "you go...
Forum: Success Stories 05-20-2011, 06:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,524
Posted By atomicradish
I'm free!

Free from the clutches of the oil companies!

I'm moving from Raleigh to Chapel Hill. No more commuting, no more driving. Everything I need is within 1 -2 miles from my apartment and everything is...
Forum: The Lounge 05-14-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,184
Posted By focus1.6uk
Some info that might be useful to the OP, mostly...

Some info that might be useful to the OP, mostly from Wikipedia so may not be perfect :D

Perkins Prima MDI 1994cc
1990-1992 Maestro D 62 hp
1988-1994 Montego TD 81 hp/ 116 lb ft- no...
Forum: The Lounge 05-12-2011, 05:40 AM
Replies: 443
Views: 57,923
Posted By Piwoslaw
I found the following page which shows average...

I found the following page which shows average prices for petrol, diesel and LPG in each European countries (except Poland), in their native currency. It says that it is updated every two weeks....
Forum: The Lounge 05-03-2011, 08:58 AM
Replies: 408
Views: 60,637
Posted By Arragonis
The A7 the Galashiels today - sunny day, twisty...

The A7 the Galashiels today - sunny day, twisty road more or less empty all the way there, however (* scampers off to annoyances thread)
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-01-2010, 06:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,901
Posted By aerohead
aftermarket marketing

Perhaps the boat tail could be marketed as the 'mother-in-law' compartment?
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-20-2010, 05:26 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 32,865
Posted By Arragonis
In December we had our heating done and the gas...

In December we had our heating done and the gas people ordered about 2km too much insulation.

It sat in my garage.

Until last week.

Doh.

Good luck with the Karting.
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-18-2010, 03:51 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 32,865
Posted By COcyclist
Rob, I used black foam pipe insulation stuffed...

Rob, I used black foam pipe insulation stuffed between the VW grill bars for a quick, easy upper grill block. This is sold in the U.S. in hardware stores to insulate plumbing pipes. I thought I...
Forum: Hybrids 08-03-2010, 10:58 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 15,223
Posted By wyatt
Here's what drew us to our Prius: We...

Here's what drew us to our Prius:


We wanted good gas milage, so we were limited... either a super tiny car with a small engine and a manual transmission (like my Swift) or a TDI or a Hybrid......
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-22-2010, 08:07 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 32,865
Posted By 320touring
There are several different sizes of rad listed...

There are several different sizes of rad listed on GSF's website- maybe worth seeing them side by side?

As for the rad block- I dont think that'll help it heat up quicker- surely the thermostat...
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-15-2010, 08:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,390
Posted By comptiger5000
Diesels like cold air and hot coolant. Most...

Diesels like cold air and hot coolant. Most modern diesels use 195* thermostats, a few even use 203* (common performance mod on powerstrokes). In a diesel, the hotter engine burns fuel better,...
Forum: The Lounge 06-30-2010, 05:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,439
Posted By Arragonis
I got it from here 6266 1.2 SE and...

I got it from here

6266

1.2 SE and Bluemotion have 1.2 TDIs.

Its all very confusing really...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-26-2010, 01:13 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,841
Posted By roflwaffle
We need a flowchart! ...

We need a flowchart!

http://imgs.xkcd.com/comics/90s_flowchart.png
Forum: Introductions 09-22-2009, 10:01 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 29,200
Posted By andylaurence
I've also got a Smart Roadster, although mine's a...

I've also got a Smart Roadster, although mine's a notchback, rather than the Coupe. I've fitted Michelin Energy tyres (40psi) and removed the antenna so far. I've got a big list of stuff to do,...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-15-2009, 06:14 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 24,281
Posted By NeilBlanchard
Hi, More details are out on the VW: ...

Hi,

More details are out on the VW:

Volkswagen's 170 mpg car | Frankfurt Auto Show 2009 - CNET Reviews (http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13745_7-10353004-10310244.html)
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