tips/upgrades for better fuel economy?

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03-02-2013, 07:56 AM

zentin

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tips/upgrades for better fuel economy?

03-02-2013, 08:23 AM

Schmalgar

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With our cars, the only serious tip probably is to resist the joy of flooring it off the green light...!

03-02-2013, 10:13 AM

MustangInTexas

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What Schmalgar said. Keep her in a higher gear and foot off the pedal. Sucks, I know.

03-02-2013, 10:27 AM

zentin

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thanks guys

I heard its best to keep your tank above "one quarter empty"...because it puts less stress on the fuel pump and pan - thus giving better gas milage...is this true?

03-03-2013, 09:47 AM

Neko

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I found a CAI addition to mine helped with fuel economy. Not that I bough the car with economy really in mind, atleast not beyond a certain point

03-03-2013, 10:57 AM

Torch_Vert

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Originally Posted by zentin

thanks guys

I heard its best to keep your tank above "one quarter empty"...because it puts less stress on the fuel pump and pan - thus giving better gas milage...is this true?

No, but not sucking the tank nearly dry all the time will extend the lifespan of the pump.

03-03-2013, 01:07 PM

LilRoush

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For a V6 like your's, there are four ways to do it:

1) Stay off the gas.
2) Keep your drive train in good working order.
3) Aerodynamic improvements.
4) Lose weight (from the car, that is).