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Forum: General 08-30-2008, 12:49 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 2,633
Posted By kwj
Re: Plug in Hybrids a really bad idea

Shiba, having been involved in TFTR operations, I understand how Hydrogen is used as fuel. If you look back a few pages, you will find reference to the left side of the Binding Energy to Nucleon...
Forum: General 08-29-2008, 07:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 390
Posted By kwj
Re: A very big "Thank You" to the forum

So, where do I find what is to be considered "unsafe"?
Forum: General 08-29-2008, 06:28 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 2,633
Posted By kwj
Re: Plug in Hybrids a really bad idea

Iamian, since we know you understand that matter cannot be created nor destroyed (by mere mortals), where did the energy to which you refer, come from?
Forum: In the News 08-29-2008, 05:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 629
Posted By kwj
Re: Natural gas cars: Clean, green, going nowhere

The question is, why is this knowledgeable person only getting a max of 33 MPH in a long commute?
Forum: 2011 Chevrolet Volt 08-29-2008, 05:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 321
Posted By kwj
Re: GM settles on Volt's battery maker

Drat, here I am in Joliet, IL, and I missed this.
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 05:36 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 2,633
Posted By kwj
Re: Plug in Hybrids a really bad idea

Fission in space is probably not economical, too much shielding needed. I think we need to go with dilithium crystals.
Forum: Fuel Economy 08-26-2008, 04:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 319
Posted By kwj
Re: Rolling up to stopsigns?

I have the best and worst type of first mile. I must climb a hill, come to a stop near the top, then climb a bit more to the top (the worst part), then I have a slow decline of about a quarter of a...
Forum: Start Your Journey Here 08-26-2008, 03:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 347
Posted By kwj
Re: 4200lbs, 4.6l v8, tons of horsepower, and somewhat decent MPG? Im working on it.

Hi Chandler, isn't a 327 more like a 5 liter? I'll bet your Galaxie will turn heads. We have one in my neighborhood. Is this the original engine?

Ryans, welcome. Glad to read that you hold out...
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 02:30 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 2,633
Posted By kwj
Re: Plug in Hybrids a really bad idea

"I'm hoping for advances in fusion power to make nuclear power to be a really long-lived energy source."

I had the fantastic opportunity to work with the Tokamak Fusion Test Reactor (TFTR), plus...
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 01:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 456
Posted By kwj
Re: Ecodriving vs. Hypermiling

I thought it was a slick way to try to cut into the success of CleanMPG, rather than to come alongside CleanMPG and throw their collective weight behind Wayne's endeavor.

The video's are not cheap...
Forum: General 08-25-2008, 07:16 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 2,633
Posted By kwj
Re: Plug in Hybrids a really bad idea

In a chemical reaction, mass is conserved as mass. The reaction does not involve the nucleus of the atoms involved. When the reaction is complete, you still have the same atoms you began with.

In...
Forum: Emissions 08-25-2008, 09:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 382
Posted By kwj
Prius Owners Smile While Others Fume

Not such a nice characterization, over-generalization, but typical: http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,409781,00.html
Forum: General 08-24-2008, 03:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 487
Posted By kwj
Re: 2007 Aveo5

Hi Jims (plural),
Chevy Aveo manual says there is a block heater, and the cord is packaged behind the battery. I looked, it's not there. Either they forgot mine, or they stopped putting them in as...
Forum: General 08-23-2008, 10:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 487
Posted By kwj
Re: 2007 Aveo5

Graveworm22, I used Duct Tape to close the gap at the rear bumper (it's like a parachute). I used tinfoil over the area where the tail pipe curves down, to make sure I didn't start a fire. It...
Forum: General 08-23-2008, 02:36 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 2,633
Posted By kwj
Re: Plug in Hybrids a really bad idea

Jimepting, I'd like to add to your statement: "We should never forget that Three Mile Island is an example of safety systems which worked. There was no disaster."

The TMI damage would never have...
Forum: In the News 08-22-2008, 11:55 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,938
Posted By kwj
Re: The least expensive cars to drive

Yep, thanks for the reminder. Most of the overhead cam engines specify a 60,000 change, at least on the initial belt. The early 80 Fords had a terrible time if you waited; seemed to give out at...
Forum: General 08-22-2008, 06:35 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 2,633
Posted By kwj
Re: Plug in Hybrids a really bad idea

Hi Imian. Jamesqf is on target about a breeder reactor. It has some advantages in that it can use uranium that is almost ground grade. Your average PWR and BWR use an enriched uranium,...
Forum: In the News 08-22-2008, 06:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,281
Posted By kwj
Re: Have your eye on a gas guzzler? It's a good time to buy

I had a first year Ford Ranger, 2 L, 4 speed manual. Great vehicle, geared for loads. Once I bottomed out the springs with a load of shingles, and had to split it into two loads. That vehicle was...
Forum: In the News 08-22-2008, 05:25 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,938
Posted By kwj
Re: The least expensive cars to drive

Finally a modicum of success: http://www.forbes.com/vehicles/2008/05/02/best-small-cars-forbeslife-cx_jm_0502cars_slide_8.html?thisSpeed=15000.

Of course you have to have faith in Forbes. They left...
Forum: Articles 08-22-2008, 04:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 27,240
Posted By kwj
Re: The 10 most fuel-efficient new automobiles available in America

I have a couple of comments about including BMW's Mini convertable.

First, all Minis require premium gasoline. While some "premium" cars can stomach regular, I've heard that the Minis can take it...
Forum: Volkswagen 08-22-2008, 04:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,361
Posted By kwj
Re: What a Wonderful (Hypermiling) Couple!

While there is no comment section, there is an e-mail at the bottom right. Here is what I sent them:
Hi,
Your story contained a couple of grevious errors:

First, running stop signs and tailgating...
Forum: Volkswagen 08-22-2008, 03:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,361
Posted By kwj
Re: What a Wonderful (Hypermiling) Couple!

I just read this part "The couple, who fly to the US tomorrow to attempt a Guinness world record in fuel economy, say hypermiling is addictive."

So, has Wayne's, (or anybody's) efforts been relayed...
Forum: Volkswagen 08-22-2008, 03:44 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,361
Posted By kwj
Re: What a Wonderful (Hypermiling) Couple!

I had a cousin that traveled a lot, and up until he had to stop his car very fast, in mid stream, with both hands on the wheel, he used to do the taxi driver stunt, not to save gas, but to get places...
Forum: In the News 08-22-2008, 03:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,279
Posted By kwj
Re: The $184K Pimped Prius

Hi Mike78, I've lived overseas in many countries, both developed and undeveloped countries, for a total of over 10 years. I've done a mission trip in Guatemala. I've seen abject poverty, and worked...
Forum: In the News 08-22-2008, 12:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,279
Posted By kwj
Re: The $184K Pimped Prius

This is an example of what's called a "strawman" argument. You begin with a false or unprovable premise: "Love it or hate it, the Toyota Prius is a boring car..." And on that foundation, you go...
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