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Arduino controlled automatically actuated grill block Here's the idea: Use an arduino to monitor temperature and output commands to a simple electric door lock actuator. This actuator will close and open the grill block door. Originally started back in 2009, this project sputtered out when the first design didn't work well. The 2012 redesign looks much better. By Daox - 167 replies
In forum: Aerodynamics
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April 15, 2016: Watkins Glen Green Grand Prix The GGP is THE car show/event for EcoModders. Each year there are tons of interesting vehicles to see (many owned by members here), and/or you can enter the challenging economy run competition which takes place on the historic Watkins Glen race circuit. By mloveland78 - 103 replies
In forum: Events & Meet-ups
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1971 Corvette EV Conversion The builder's goals: "...to be able to bake the tires, as well as be able to drive it further then across town. We are aiming for around 60-80 miles per charge, but will be sacrificing range for performance. Since its a Vette, it has to be fast!" By adamj12b - 112 replies
In forum: Fossil Fuel Free
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Civic VX MPG project (Delete Alternator, add solar) This project sees the marriage of a 1994 Honda Civic VX and a roof-mounted 135 watt solar panel, charge controller and supplementary battery pack in parallel with the stock car battery and electrical system - the goal of which is to reduce engine load and save fuel by transferring the task of electricity production from the alternator to sunshine. Update: after 5000 miles, the unexpected results are in. By VXmpgRacer - 70 replies
In forum: EcoModding Central
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