1000 Miles on a Tank of Gas

Is it really possible to get over 1000 miles out of single tank of gas? If you are a hypermiler, you know this to be true. This week were doing something a little different here at GETV. Our new field contributor Scott Stead in Washington, DC, has been following the Ford 1000 Mile Challenge. Scott gets the lowdown on hypermiling from the original hypermiler himself Wayne Gerdes, and NASCAR racer Carl Edwards, who is no slacker for a challenge. Extreme gas mileage using some fairly ordinary driving optimization tricks is something we can all get behind.

100MPG Car ! 1c per mile 1000Miles per tank of gas!

This proves that the technology is available right now! So lets all stop paying $3to$4 for gas and lets all plug in. If GM&Ford don’t want to do it that’s fine we will all buy a car from whoever produces one. I drive a GM right now but the next car we buy will be a plug in EV (electric vehicle) or plug in hybrid (PHEV — plug in hybrid electric vehicle)

Can you run your car by putting hydrogen in your gas tank without modifying anything in your car?

Jetta TDI vs Hybrid, 1 tank to San Francisco Challenge

Matthew Welch, GM of Auburn VW believes in his New Jetta TDI so much that he’s accepted the challenge of pitting his car against the Toyota Prius for fuel economy supremacy. He and a film crew will fill the tanks of both a New Volkswagen Jetta TDI and the Toyota Prius in Auburn Washington. They’ll attempt to drive them both to San Francisco without stopping at a single gas station to fill up, all under the watchful eye of the film crew documenting everything. Which one will make the whole journey? Will either of them even make it?

Fuel Tank Tamper

Frank, the Real Biker’s new Fuel Tank Tamper allows you to put up to 6 gallons of fuel into your 5 gallon tank. No more will you need to worry about running out of gas before your riding buddies. www.franktherealbiker.com

Top Seven Tips for Getting More Mileage Out of Your Gas Tank

With the price of gas continually on the rise, many people are looking for ways to help improve the miles per gallon that they are able to get out of a tank of gas. Here are seven of the top tips that you can practice that will help you get more bang out of your buck.

Pay attention to the speed limit- Not only is driving at the speed limit the responsible thing to do, but it will also help you to save money on gas as well. The miles per gallon you are able to get from a tank of gas drastically decreases at speeds over 60 mph. Slow down and do the speed limit, and you’ll be able to go further off of a tank of fuel.

Drive less aggressively-Aggressive driving lower the gas mileage your car gets by 33%. Rapid acceleration, speeding, and constant braking all contribute to aggressive driving. There is no reason to stomp on the gas pedal when the light turns green, nor is there any point to racing to a red light and stomping on the brake to stop. Drive sensibly and less aggressively and you will help increase your fuel mileage.

Proper good vehicle maintenance-Keeping your vehicle running at it’s best will greatly help to increase the mileage you get from a tank of fuel. Make routine visits to a certified mechanic to have your car tuned up and checked over to ensure that it stays running at it’s best, and you’ll have to top off the tank a lot less often.

Stop idling away fuel-Contrary to popular belief, your car burns a significant amount of fuel when idling. And as we all know, when our vehicle is sitting, it’s not getting any miles per gallon. Leaving your car idling results in nothing but wasted fuel. If you are going to be sitting for more than a minute or two, turn the car off and save your gas.

Monitor your tires-It has been proven that tires that are not properly maintained will reduce the fuel efficiency of your vehicle. Routinely monitor your tires to ensure that they are inflated properly and correctly aligned. This will greatly help to increase the amount of fuel efficiency that your vehicle has.

Loose weight-Your belly isn’t the only thing that needs to beat the battle of the bulge. Excessive weight in your car can decrease the amount of miles per gallon you are able to get. Did you know that 100 extra pounds of weight in your vehicle can cause a 2% decrease in your miles per gallon? Keep your vehicle clear of all unnecessary items and you will increase how far you can go on a tank of gas.

Reduce air drag-If you’re not going on vacation, there is no reason to cart around that bulky cargo carrier on top of your vehicle. Nor is there any reason to have fancy flags or other items hanging from window or antennas. These items cause air drag, which decreases fuel efficiency.

Caroma 629435W Caravelle 270 Dual-Flush Toilet Tank, White

• 1.6 /.08 gallons of water per flush
• Variety of interchangable bowls available
• Substantial Water Savings
• Vitreous China

Product Description
Tank (Cistern): Caravelle USA Tank – has a free fitting lid and is suitable for domestic and light commercial applications. This is the Caravelle Dual Flush Tank only. Caravelle bowl is recommended. Part No. 609159BVandal Resistant Conversion Kit – A simple to install conversion is available for use in commercial areas. Code No. 413276.Inlet Valve and Overflow: Standard Bottom Entry Tank (Cistern) – available as left hand inlet which is interchangeable and incorporates a Fluid Master inlet valve. Internal overflow only.Fixing: The Tank (Cistern) is fixed directly to the bowl (pan) with a robust base fixing system without the need for wall fixing.Specifications

Episode 3 – The Seat Height, Gas Tank & Gas Mileage

In this episode, I discuss the height of the seat, the tank arrangement, and gas mileage.

Custom Hydrogen Bubbler Tank – Large With 3/8″ Fitting

• Made Of Durable See Thru Plastic
• Filters Debris Down To 1 Micron ~ Cleanses Contaminants Such As Potassium & Sodium Hydroxide, Baking Soda etc.
• Prevents Flashbacks From Entering Your Generator
• Bubbler Barbed Hose Fittings Aslo Available In 1/4″, 3/8″ & 1/2″
• 10″ Tall & 4 1/2″ Circumference ~Also Available – 5″ Tall

Product Description
A vital part of your hydrogen system. Get maximum protection with our custom hydrogen bubblers. Made with clear tubing, the HHO gas travels down and back up through a 1 micron filter. Hydrogen bubblers are installed after your HHO generator and prior to air intake. Instructions for installation, maintenance and solution recommendations to keep from freezing come with bubblers. Flashbacks are rare but this is your best defense should one occur. We carry them in 2 different sizes and with 3 different universal barbed hose fittings – 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 inch. You may also be interested in our hydrogen dryers, to be installed in between the bubbler and air intake. The hho dryers catch water vapors before entering your engine.

Green Living ? The Benefits of Installing a Rain Water Tank

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the amount of Australian households sourcing water from a rain water tank has increased dramatically in the last few years. More and more families rely on rainwater as their main source of drinking water and because of this shift, the installation of rain water tanks has increased by up to 66 % in some areas.

As we know, rain water is one of the world’s greatest wasted resources and each average sized household without a rain water tank wastes tens of thousands of gallons of valuable liquid. People who have rain water tanks are smart, as they tap into one of nature’s biggest natural resources, which on top of all, is free.

If you are considering installing a rain water catchment system, you are doing both you and the environment a tremendous favour and, once the initial installation cost has been recuperated, you will be saving lots of money as well.

Solarflow, a Melbourne based company dedicated to providing outstanding excellence in all areas of water and energy conservation, believes that “A house without a water tank is like a car without brakes”. They are so right! Without water we would be lost. Just try to imagine how many times a day we grab for the water tap! Showering in the morning, making tea or coffee, the dog needs a drink, boiling potatoes, washing the car, watering the plants, flushing the toilet, the pond in the backyard, and the list keeps on growing. So why not capture the rain and ease our water bill as well as the overburdened ecology?

Rainwater tanks are no longer huge, round, ugly eye-sores. Today, they are manufactured in a variety of materials, aesthetically matching your urban and suburban dwelling and can be delivered in many attractive shapes, sizes and colours. Installing a rainwater tank alongside a building, in the garden, underground or under decking is simple.

• Rain falls from the sky onto the roof.
• The fluid flows from the roof into the gutters and downpipes. The required amount of downpipes will depend on the size of the rainwater tank.
• The flowing water will then pour into the tank through a mesh filter screen.
• The water will be stored until it is used.
• During extended rainfall, the tank may beome full. In that case, the overflow will feed back into an existing storm water system.

Once you have enough rainwater accumulated, the stored water can be ‘gravity fed’ from your tank onto the garden. Installing a pressure pump will get water to outdoor garden taps, or will allow toilet flushing indoors. Rainwater can also be used for doing laundry.

Rainwater tanks require very little maintenance. All you need to do is regularly clean the roof, gutters, filters and flush devices from insects, leaves, debris and overhanging tree branches. They are so efficient the government offers rebates and various community group grants for those consumers, who meet the relevant criteria and have their rainwater tank installed by a licensed plumber.

If you think about it, you will have to agree; what better and easier way is there to conserve water and, at the same time, save on your water bill, than to invest in a state-of-the-art rainwater tank?

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