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Forum: Success Stories 02-12-2018, 04:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,704
Posted By mannydantyla
Thumbs up Testing shows possible 5% increase in FE with a open-ended kammback on SUV

I used AABBAA testing to probe any potential improvements to Fuel Economy from adding a kammback to my 1997 Jeep Cherokee. I'm going to share as many details, numbers, and observations as I can and...
Forum: EcoModding Central 01-23-2018, 09:44 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,952
Posted By MetroMPG
I'll see your nice-looking WAI and raise you one...

I'll see your nice-looking WAI and raise you one ghetto WAI:

http://ecomodder.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=23397&stc=1&d=1516718477

Yes, those are tin cans with sheet metal screws and...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-14-2017, 12:57 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,953
Posted By t vago
Well, for starters, I apparently am the first to...

Well, for starters, I apparently am the first to have documented this not-so-easy method, waaaaaay back in June 2010.

http://www.tom-viki.com/spgm/gal/Cars/1B7GL2AN6YS/s201006080002.jpg

Details...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-14-2017, 01:45 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,953
Posted By t vago
I did the not-so-easy fuel rail mod. Worked...

I did the not-so-easy fuel rail mod. Worked wonders.
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-12-2017, 11:01 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,953
Posted By Galane
For some V type engines, changing the way the...

For some V type engines, changing the way the fuel rails for each bank re connected can make a significant difference.

One example. On the 2004 and earlier Dodge Dakota with 4.7L OHC V8 the fuel...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-12-2017, 07:48 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,953
Posted By greasess
Great results! I have seen customers of mine gain...

Great results! I have seen customers of mine gain around 5% more power at the wheels just from an injector change and associated re calibration. A larger injector can some times also help with...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-08-2017, 04:47 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,953
Posted By t vago
You should be able to use the 0280156161...

You should be able to use the 0280156161 injectors, just fine. You will have to consider, though, that you cannot use the injector clips. That's fine, because the fuel rails are bolted down and the...
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-26-2017, 01:45 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,953
Posted By jonzobot
So, a wee update to this. I checked my...

So, a wee update to this.

I checked my computer with a scanner, and I appear to have stabilized at -20% long term trim. A bit more than expected. This makes me think these injectors are 220cc....
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-24-2017, 09:12 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,953
Posted By roosterk0031
I'm pretty sure the LTFT (long term fuel trim)...

I'm pretty sure the LTFT (long term fuel trim) carry over to Open loop to compensate for variations in fuel. Generally LTFT can go about 20 either way without a CEL. This is why if you put in to...
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-17-2017, 12:01 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,953
Posted By t vago
Fuel injector change for FE...

Yesterday, I changed out the fuel injectors on the Karen-Mobile. The old injectors were of the 4-hole variety,and were likely the original injectors that have about 235K miles on them. The new ones...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 06-14-2017, 05:26 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,953
Posted By oil pan 4
Looks like you have to install it your self. GM...

Looks like you have to install it your self.
GM never made a 3rd Gen F body with a six-speed manual.
That doesn't mean you can't have one.
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 06-14-2017, 04:45 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,953
Posted By gone-ot
In no particular order: 1) Manufacturers...

In no particular order:

1) Manufacturers only have to EPA-TEST one tranny.
2) Manufacturers only have to SELL one tranny.
3) Most (80-85%), but not all, customers BUY automatics.
4)...
Forum: EcoModding Central 02-16-2017, 01:53 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 24,013
Posted By freebeard
That's probably what I meant. I'm trying to cut...

That's probably what I meant. I'm trying to cut some clear corrugated right now. I want to use this:

http://ecomodder.com/forum/member-freebeard-albums-pieces++parts+ii-picture6263-tool.jpg

Hot...
Forum: EcoModding Central 02-15-2017, 05:06 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 24,013
Posted By Sparkeysmall
polycarbonate. and i bought a jigsaw and ended up...

polycarbonate. and i bought a jigsaw and ended up using scissors and a razor blade...

and 1" self tapping screws. i know over 170 of 'em. i used one box and a few out of the other i got.

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Forum: EcoModding Central 02-09-2017, 12:06 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 24,013
Posted By slowmover
rdefayettes aluminum aeroshell a model for you....

rdefayettes aluminum aeroshell a model for you. Simple, and practical.

Weight has more effect on gassers than on diesels. Cylinder pressure. Time for a cranking compression test. Cylinder leakage...
Forum: EcoModding Central 02-07-2017, 01:02 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 24,013
Posted By Sparkeysmall
Turtle Doin what they say cant be done.

Hello all. After reading through numerous threads on ecomodder ive decided to journal out my endeavors.

I plan to get about 20 (maybe more) out of my 1999 ram 3500 v10 4x4 auto.

So far after...
Forum: EcoModding Central 01-26-2017, 07:11 PM
Replies: 390
Views: 144,135
Posted By Enki
I went a different route; 4s4p bank of LiFePo4...

I went a different route; 4s4p bank of LiFePo4 cells at 8 AH each.
This is for my daily driver/race car (daily racecar?) and weighs around 12 lbs. I went this route after looking over lead acid/cap...
Forum: OpenGauge / MPGuino FE computer 01-04-2017, 09:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,011
Posted By t vago
I made some more modifications to my version of...

I made some more modifications to my version of the MPGuino code, and it now easily handles higher frequency VSS signals. An Ecomodder in London is using his ABS wheel speed sensor for his VSS, his...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-30-2016, 12:23 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 52,650
Posted By gumby79
This article Undertrays, Spoiler & Bonnet...

This article

Undertrays, Spoiler & Bonnet Vents, Part 3

Designing, siting, installing and testing bonnet vents
by Julian Edgar
(http://www.autospeed.com/cms/A_113178/article.html)
Sorce:...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-09-2016, 12:18 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 27,844
Posted By gumby79
Back in my track days you could always tell when...

Back in my track days you could always tell when an IMCA car was running Methanol Vs race gas . Race gas 114 octane open air filter sticking through the hood to help cool the motor through the carb....
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 11-01-2016, 11:38 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,426
Posted By cowmeat
Here's one about global warming you can quote me...

Here's one about global warming you can quote me on:

If everybody's in the pool and we all keep peeing in it, eventually the pool will be full of pee. Will it kill us? Probably not, but do we want...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 10-19-2016, 08:47 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,426
Posted By oil pan 4
That's why it appears to be a distraction. ...

That's why it appears to be a distraction.

HA! He doesn't know what the level is, just that it's bad.
If it's not a distraction then it's at least a scam, maybe both.
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 10-19-2016, 11:39 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,426
Posted By oil pan 4
We will be going into anothern ice age in 1,000...

We will be going into anothern ice age in 1,000 to 1,500 years. So worrying about global warming seems like a waste of time.

No matter what the developed world does we still have India and China....
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-27-2016, 09:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,959
Posted By Ecky
Consistent and reliable testing methodology is...

Consistent and reliable testing methodology is definitely going to require instrumentation. I found I wasn't able to make real lasting changes to my driving habits until I had real-time feedback.
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-27-2016, 06:10 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,959
Posted By compdrag
Those are not my graphs. Someone else's, but with...

Those are not my graphs. Someone else's, but with a 3.5 second gain to 112 mph I was convinced. Right now I'm over 200 miles and still a little over half a tank. So I'm guessing I'm going to get good...
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