Question 13 Saturday, February 26th, 2005 @ 12:00 am

Q.		In Oct. I purchased the Espar Heater for my 04 PBilt 387. I believe it has paid for itselfespecially n the type fr8 bus.I’m n, in reduced idle less fuel consump. less wear, tear on engine. I understand there is an AC unit avail., also a heating jacket. Would u please send info. […]

A.		Bob, the information is on the way. Kind Regards John

Question 12 Wednesday, February 23rd, 2005 @ 12:00 am

Q.		Is there a sight/source for idling restriction regulations. I believe regs. are by city/county/state.

A.		This link attached is a great source for that. http://www.epa.gov/smartway/idle-state.htm

Question 14 Tuesday, February 22nd, 2005 @ 12:00 am

Q.		What are the idling laws in New Jersey?I run six states,and am based out of New Jersey,and have not heard about what the laws are.Thanks

A.		Don, You happen to be in one of the toughest states when it comes to “NO IDLING”. You are not allowed to idle past 3 minutes. Offenses can be harsh. 1st offense: $200.00 2nd offense: $400.00 3rd offense: $1000.00 4th & subsequent offense: $3000.00 for more information on state idling laws, check out this link. http://www.epa.gov/smartway/idle-state.htm

Question 15 Friday, February 18th, 2005 @ 12:00 am

Q.		what are some fleets doing to curve the idling percentages,, what are some other ways to help with mpg,whats best direct drive or over drive transmission, we run 25.5 lp tire should we go to 3.25 rear ratio from 3.55.. please give some insight on were to go to improve mpg

A.		While I deal with anti-idling from a fuel consumption perspective there are other ways of running a more efficient fleet. Aero-Dynamics, tires and as you suggested transmission ratios are some of them. I however cannot comment directly on ratios.

Question 17 Saturday, February 5th, 2005 @ 12:00 am

Q.		I am a member of the Student Government Association at the University of Maryland, College Park. I am a member of the Environmental Affairs Committee in said association and our group has an interest in acquiring anti-idling technology for the vast UMD Shuttle fleet the school operates. This fleet of 30 buses runs 24/7, idling […]

A.		Well I have to say you’re following the right path, I’ve never seen so much momentum in any market as the one that is currently happening in the Truck & Bus market when it comes to anti-idling. I use the EPA web site frequently to find government funding oppotunities, you’re on the right track. CMAQ (state wide) offers other oppotunities. You might want to check in with them from time to time.