quade 4 #26 July 2, 2010 QuoteQuoteQuote1. Mazda Miata [Seinfeld voice] Not that there's anything wrong with that. [/Seinfeld voice] Just because your wife is too fat to fit in one doesn't mean you have to hate too. Not really certain you understand the reference. Ya might wanna google it.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sundevil777 102 #27 July 2, 2010 QuoteQuoteWhy would they give more power? There is a slight power to weight ratio advantage in a properly designed opposed engine. It also takes up slightly less room. It's specifically because the jugs are opposed they can take up less space and therefore the entire engine weighs slightly less. When every ounce counts . . . it counts. That would depend on what you are comparing it against. Compared to an inline layout an opposed would have a significant advantage, but compared to a V layout, I would expect them to be very similar, not enough difference to matter much for a car. What is more important to designers is how the engine layout fits within the space available. We weren't really considering insignificant power to weight ratio differences.People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zep 0 #28 July 2, 2010 Quote When every ounce counts . . . it counts. Then why don't more manafactures use rotary engines. Gone fishing Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhys 0 #29 July 2, 2010 QuoteThen why don't more manafactures use rotary engines. coz they chew through the gas."When the power of love overcomes the love of power, then the world will see peace." - 'Jimi' Hendrix Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhys 0 #30 July 2, 2010 QuoteWhy would they give more power? Just because you can think of a couple engines that are opposed, and they are powerful doesn't mean that is why they are powerful. It is no wonder at all that you are able to be misled so easily into believing the 9/11 stuff. Seriously, you really have no mechanical aptitude. Try not to bring up your political shit in here, we are just having fun. Once I am 'allowed' back in the SC I will debate that shit all day long with ya. Unlike you deniers, I don't let my emotions run my life and my decisions. You are talking through your anus when you make such comments. keep it in the appropriate forum."When the power of love overcomes the love of power, then the world will see peace." - 'Jimi' Hendrix Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #31 July 2, 2010 QuoteWe weren't really considering insignificant power to weight ratio differences. Yet the fact remains if I can trim a hundred pounds off a car, all other things being equal, it will be more efficient in every way than if it weighed 100 pounds more.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #32 July 2, 2010 QuoteQuoteWhy would they give more power? There is a slight power to weight ratio advantage in a properly designed opposed engine. It also takes up slightly less room. It's specifically because the jugs are opposed they can take up less space and therefore the entire engine weighs slightly less. When every ounce counts . . . it counts. Don't forget that both VW and aircraft opposed engines are air cooled. The opposed configuration allows the cylinders to get better airflow. And aircooled engines have a much wider operating temperature range which affects the power and efficiency."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #33 July 2, 2010 QuoteDon't forget that both VW and aircraft opposed engines are air cooled. Aircraft most certainly, but not all VWs with flat-fours were air cooled. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wasserboxerquade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyjumpenfool 2 #34 July 2, 2010 Quote Quote Don't forget that both VW and aircraft opposed engines are air cooled. Aircraft most certainly, but not all VWs with flat-fours were air cooled. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wasserboxer Honda Goldwing!! Liquid cooled for 40 years. __________________ 1. Mazda Miata: Fuel efficient, Simple, Inexpensive, Highly Reliable, Rear wheel drive, Excellent handling. Very Fun! 2. Lotus Elise: All of the above + Toyota engine, Excellent handling + acceleration, exotic like qualities at an 1/8th of the price. Fun as HELL! __________________ Miata, Elise, Salstaice, ect... Wannabe sports cars! All show-No go! Real sports cars pin you to the seat when you step on the Right pedal. If you want a real Sports Car, Chevy is coming out whith the Camaro Convertable next year. Go for the SS with almost 500 HP. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #35 July 2, 2010 QuoteReal sports cars pin you to the seat when you step on the left pedal. Uh . . . are you certain you know your right from your left?quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyjumpenfool 2 #36 July 2, 2010 Oooops! Um.... I was talking about those backwards cars in Brittan and Australia… Yea, that’s the ticket. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #37 July 2, 2010 Quote Oooops! Um.... I was talking about those backwards cars in Brittan and Australia… Yea, that’s the ticket. Ok, now for the pop quiz. In a proper car with a traditional manual transmission, how many pedals are there and what are their names?quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #38 July 2, 2010 I'm kinda liking my Z-4 as a fairly economical sports car... 'Fairly' decent gas mileage if ya stay out of it, but that is hard because it's so much fun...it IS fussy about octane and hates alcohol gas. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyBastard 0 #39 July 2, 2010 i drive a nissan micra because all cars are shit, might as well have one that costs nothing to run.Dude #320 "Superstitious" is just a polite way of saying "incredibly fucking stupid". DONK! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #40 July 2, 2010 Quote If you want a real Sports Car, Chevy is coming out whith the Camaro Convertable next year. That's a muscle car, not a sports car. You'd need rails to take it around corners .Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #41 July 2, 2010 Quote Quote If you want a real Sports Car, Chevy is coming out with the Camaro Convertible next year. That's a muscle car, not a sports car. You'd need rails to take it around corners . I dunno....I drove one this year.....not 'your father's Camaro!'I was surprised though, the Challenger handled even better, better brakes too. . . Kinda hoping they ragtop that too! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d_squared431 0 #42 July 2, 2010 Quote I'm kinda liking my Z-4 as a fairly economocal sports car... 'Fairly' decent gas mileage if ya stay out of it, but that is hard because it's so much fun...it IS fussy about octane and hates alcohol gas. You drive a chick car....TPM Sister#130ONTIG#1 I love vodka.I love vodka cause it rhymes with Tuaca~LisaH You having a clean thought is like billyvance having a clean post.iluvtofly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 35 #43 July 2, 2010 Quote Quote I'm kinda liking my Z-4 as a fairly economocal sports car... 'Fairly' decent gas mileage if ya stay out of it, but that is hard because it's so much fun...it IS fussy about octane and hates alcohol gas. You drive a chick car.... Well, his wife is a redhead, so he says... "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #44 July 2, 2010 Quote Quote Oooops! Um.... I was talking about those backwards cars in Brittan and Australia… Yea, that’s the ticket. Ok, now for the pop quiz. In a proper car with a traditional manual transmission, how many pedals are there and what are their names? 3? L>R (no matter what side the steering wheel is) Clutch release Foot brake Foot Feed (Gas pedal) A proper car with a manual transmission has a Hand lever for the parking/emergency brake, although a lot of US cars had a foot pedal way over on the left for it."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #45 July 2, 2010 Quote Ok, now for the pop quiz. In a proper car with a traditional manual transmission, how many pedals are there and what are their names? 3? L>R (no matter what side the steering wheel is) Clutch release Foot brake Foot Feed (Gas pedal) Yeah, I can see the problem right there. You got gipped in your training. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dead_pedal Technically, THAT'S the pedal on the left you press to push yourself back in your seat. quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #46 July 3, 2010 Quote Quote I'm kinda liking my Z-4 as a fairly economical sports car... 'Fairly' decent gas mileage if ya stay out of it, but that is hard because it's so much fun...it IS fussy about octane and hates alcohol gas. You drive a chick car.... Yeah but it's okay...I'm a lesbian trapped in a man's body. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #47 July 3, 2010 Ok, I don't really think of the dead pedal as counting because: A - it doesn't move B - It doesn't perform a function (it's a brace for the driver, but pressing on it doesn't do anything for the car) C - It's not really a pedal, just a spot. How about the rest of my answer?"There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhys 0 #48 July 3, 2010 Quote Oooops! Um.... I was talking about those backwards cars in Brittan and Australia… Yea, that’s the ticket. Wink In Britan, Australia the left pedal is the clutch or the brake if you drive an auto. The solid pedal will pin you to the seat if you push hard enough but that is your legs not the engine. The car wont go anywhere until you push the accelerator which is in the right!"When the power of love overcomes the love of power, then the world will see peace." - 'Jimi' Hendrix Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #49 July 3, 2010 Quote Quote We weren't really considering insignificant power to weight ratio differences. Yet the fact remains if I can trim a hundred pounds off a car, all other things being equal, it will be more efficient in every way than if it weighed 100 pounds more. Not if that 100lbs came out of the engine!Hell, for that matter, take the tires off, they're just going to wear out anyways!"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpdude 0 #50 July 3, 2010 Lamborghini Countach! I drove one that was owned by the Dad of a guy I was stationed with at Ft Hood. I can tell you that when you sink down in to a Lambo, Money wraps around you! What a sweet ride that was. Refuse to Lose!!! Failure is NOT an option! 1800skyrideripoff.com Nashvilleskydiving.org Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
