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| − | + | I purchased a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid that is giving me 38 miles to the gallon and I want to improve the mileage. I have heard that a second battery can be installed along with a home charging system. Engine control modifications would also need to be added to enable the batteries to run down farther before the gas engine kicks in. I am also interested in converting the gas engine to E-85 capability. I am unable to find any information about accomplishing these goals and would appreciate any leads toward finding some help and guidance. | |
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| + | Tim Shane | ||
| + | 4301 Bill Epley Avenue | ||
| + | Morganton, NC 28655-8345 | ||
| + | (828) 584-3633 Home Number Temporarily Out of Service | ||
| + | (828) 221-0396 Vonage Temporary Number | ||
| + | timshane@charter.net | ||
Revision as of 16:26, 8 May 2006
I purchased a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid that is giving me 38 miles to the gallon and I want to improve the mileage. I have heard that a second battery can be installed along with a home charging system. Engine control modifications would also need to be added to enable the batteries to run down farther before the gas engine kicks in. I am also interested in converting the gas engine to E-85 capability. I am unable to find any information about accomplishing these goals and would appreciate any leads toward finding some help and guidance.
Tim Shane 4301 Bill Epley Avenue Morganton, NC 28655-8345 (828) 584-3633 Home Number Temporarily Out of Service (828) 221-0396 Vonage Temporary Number timshane@charter.net
