mimic Mercedes diesel MPG tweaks?
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mimic Mercedes diesel MPG tweaks?
http://blog.wired.com/cars/2008/02/mercedes-debuts.html
sample quote:
Wind-cheating modifications, including a ride height lowered by 15 millimeters, a smooth belly pan, a variable radiator shutter that manages the amount of air flowing through the grille, resculpted mirror housings, and sealed gaps between the bumper, headlamps, and hood, lower the car's drag coefficient by 7 percent, from an already-fine 0.27 to 0.25. New tires from Michelin lower rolling resistance by 17 percent. On top of those measures, BlueEfficiency models feature taller final drive ratios and a shifter display that prompts the driver to execute gearchanges to maximize fuel efficiency.
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On a Cummins Ram one could consider trying a few of these things,
like taping off the gaps,
using a winter front to restrict the grille...and more extensively
...building a belly pan of fire-retardant lightweight noise-deadening material.
another graphic showing changes:
http://tinyurl.com/ythdsf
sample quote:
Wind-cheating modifications, including a ride height lowered by 15 millimeters, a smooth belly pan, a variable radiator shutter that manages the amount of air flowing through the grille, resculpted mirror housings, and sealed gaps between the bumper, headlamps, and hood, lower the car's drag coefficient by 7 percent, from an already-fine 0.27 to 0.25. New tires from Michelin lower rolling resistance by 17 percent. On top of those measures, BlueEfficiency models feature taller final drive ratios and a shifter display that prompts the driver to execute gearchanges to maximize fuel efficiency.
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On a Cummins Ram one could consider trying a few of these things,
like taping off the gaps,
using a winter front to restrict the grille...and more extensively
...building a belly pan of fire-retardant lightweight noise-deadening material.
another graphic showing changes:
http://tinyurl.com/ythdsf
