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4.10 gas mileage

Old 02-22-2009, 06:17 AM
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Seems as though I'm getting 25-35 miles less to a tank of gas. Does this seem about right? I go from "F" to "E" after going around 215 miles.
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Old 02-22-2009, 07:56 AM
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Yup, those who told you it wouldn't make much difference lied...
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Old 02-22-2009, 07:58 AM
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how ever much gas you put in your car is how much you divide by...make sure you do that. like i got 241 miles on 12.1 gallons..which is 20mpg
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Old 02-22-2009, 08:00 AM
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Originally Posted by cliffyk
Yup, those who told you it wouldn't make much difference lied...
I only lost 3-4MPG at the most... his foot is the problem
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Old 02-22-2009, 08:08 AM
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i agree with HOSS... cliffy i know you are a genius, but i didnt see a huge difference... i got 24 on the highway and i average about 20 mpg right now, i think its his foot too
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Old 02-22-2009, 10:08 AM
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yeah, its not that badd I dont think....
your foot is the one that makes the difference!
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Old 02-22-2009, 10:10 AM
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Driving conservatively with 4.10s is harder than with the stockers, especially if the car has any exhaust work done to it.
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Old 02-22-2009, 10:12 AM
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In my last car, I lost 3mpg going from 3.27's to 4.30's. Having the 4.10's installed Friday in the 5 speed, so I'll figure it out shortly after.
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Old 02-22-2009, 10:12 AM
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Damn 215 for me was on a good day with 3.90s. I always got on it though haha
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Old 02-22-2009, 10:26 AM
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I saw no loss in MPG, I changed the way I drove unless I was playing around. I would start in 2nd from a light - skip to 4th or 5th right away. There were a few trips I made with 20+ mpg.

Stop downshifting & skip shift. Your wallet will be happy.
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