Flash944's attack on a 50 MPG beater
#11
Re: Flash944's attack on a 50 MPG beater
Can I play? I should post my build on here...but i didn't think anyone would car lol...I swaped an auto Del Sol S to a VX D15z1 and trans...I get 50mpg on the Highway and 40mpg with city driving...an I have a targa top :-P
#12
Re: Flash944's attack on a 50 MPG beater
Originally Posted by Mista Bone
93 DX HB, 53 mpg is easy.........also had 121 whp and stock compression.
Yo DO NOT want the 3.25 FD unless you plan on running no higher than 4th gear.
Yo DO NOT want the 3.25 FD unless you plan on running no higher than 4th gear.
You keep saying this, is it you are worried that the fuel consumption will be greater cruising in 5th than in 4th? I understand the concern that at that low of an RPM the efficiency takes a ----, but I want to see exactly what the difference is. I was planning on doing a test in 4th only then one in 5th. Then add something to increase the effective compression ratio and see the difference. Of course making boost at 2k might be a challenge.
#13
Re: Flash944's attack on a 50 MPG beater
I wish valves were electronically controlled instead of mechanical... I understand mechanical is a bit more reliable than electronic, but theoretically if valves were controlled by the ECU (---- vtack), wouldn't you be able to maximize efficiency? Also, while cruising, I'd *guess* you'd be able to keep the exhaust/intake valves open and cut the fuel to some of the cylinders and not lose as much power due to compression.
#14
Re: Flash944's attack on a 50 MPG beater
Originally Posted by Jorsher
I wish valves were electronically controlled instead of mechanical... I understand mechanical is a bit more reliable than electronic, but theoretically if valves were controlled by the ECU (---- vtack), wouldn't you be able to maximize efficiency? Also, while cruising, I'd *guess* you'd be able to keep the exhaust/intake valves open and cut the fuel to some of the cylinders and not lose as much power due to compression.
#15
Re: Flash944's attack on a 50 MPG beater
Originally Posted by onlyflash944
Great ideas and yes if you were able to change the valve timing and lift continuously, then you could definitely pick up some efficiency. However, I would imagine the displacement on demand is geared more toward the big v-8 boys instead of the 4 bangers. I’m not sure how well that would work, but it would be neat to try.
#17
Re: Flash944's attack on a 50 MPG beater
Originally Posted by dtrain
if im not mistaking.....new bmw's already have continuous variable valve timing
#18
Re: Flash944's attack on a 50 MPG beater
Originally Posted by Jorsher
I wish valves were electronically controlled instead of mechanical... I understand mechanical is a bit more reliable than electronic, but theoretically if valves were controlled by the ECU (---- vtack), wouldn't you be able to maximize efficiency? Also, while cruising, I'd *guess* you'd be able to keep the exhaust/intake valves open and cut the fuel to some of the cylinders and not lose as much power due to compression.
Once again, old tech. But 17,000rpms is FTW.
----, buick invented variable valve timing in the 1920's. Now damn near every mid-high end car on the market has it. *** ur vtak. :P
#19
Re: Flash944's attack on a 50 MPG beater
Originally Posted by Jorsher
Every little bit helps. I doubt I need all 4 cylinders going down the interstate at 4000rpm. Definitely wouldn't be as helpful as using that on v8s, however I directed it at engines in general not any specific size or displacement.
#20
Re: Flash944's attack on a 50 MPG beater
Im a little suspect of your transmission choice. jdm d15b non vtec originally dual carb motor w/ d16z6 manifold set up and si transmission was in mid 40's on a stock pm6 ecu. Car ran like total ---- with the origninal hf transmission o2 sensor codes that went away with the change to the si transmission. Also driveability with the si transmission made it worth driving. hf was a waste. Gas mileage is one thing having a car that is slower than a mini van is another.