Want better gas mileage? Here are some tips..
06-29-2006, 02:00 PM
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Want better gas mileage? Here are some tips..
I recently have gotten as high as 30.79 MPG in a 1997 3.2 TL
How?
- Engine, transmission are in excellent condition.
- Low rolling resistance tires (Toyo 800's)
- stock wheels (rather than larger/heavier wheels)
- Tires inflated to 35 psi front, 33 psi rear
- Cruise control set to 70 mph.
You'll notice a big drop in fuel economy just going 80 or 85 mph. If I'm not in a hurry, I'll just keep it at 70 and drive without worrying about a visit from the local law officer
How?
- Engine, transmission are in excellent condition.
- Low rolling resistance tires (Toyo 800's)
- stock wheels (rather than larger/heavier wheels)
- Tires inflated to 35 psi front, 33 psi rear
- Cruise control set to 70 mph.
You'll notice a big drop in fuel economy just going 80 or 85 mph. If I'm not in a hurry, I'll just keep it at 70 and drive without worrying about a visit from the local law officer
06-29-2006, 02:03 PM
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Totally agreed. You're getting better than I've gotten in my 2.5 driving at 100km/hr (60mph).
My gas mileage in that car went WAY down when I bought high-traction tires instead of low rolling resistance ones.
06-29-2006, 08:49 PM
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Originally Posted by KrayzieDxC
so how many miles ? for your full tank is that?
06-30-2006, 12:11 PM
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Lucky you Ken! I'm getting atleast 18-20 mpg and only gassing at chevron always with 91 octane but i have 18's maybe thats why. I will try this http://search.ebay.com/search/search...tex&category0= My brother told me it works he has a titan v8 and getting 5-10 miles more. YOu should try that guys. I already bought one and its 20 bucks cheaper online 
I'm getting atleast 18-20 mpg and only gassing at chevron always with 91 octane but i have 18's maybe thats why. I will try this http://search.ebay.com/search/search...tex&category0= My brother told me it works he has a titan v8 and getting 5-10 miles more. YOu should try that guys. I already bought one and its 20 bucks cheaper online
06-30-2006, 12:45 PM
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Originally Posted by daredevil0610
Lucky you Ken! I'm getting atleast 18-20 mpg and only gassing at chevron always with 91 octane but i have 18's maybe thats why. I will try this http://search.ebay.com/search/search...tex&category0= My brother told me it works he has a titan v8 and getting 5-10 miles more. YOu should try that guys. I already bought one and its 20 bucks cheaper online
I'm getting atleast 18-20 mpg and only gassing at chevron always with 91 octane but i have 18's maybe thats why. I will try this http://search.ebay.com/search/search...tex&category0= My brother told me it works he has a titan v8 and getting 5-10 miles more. YOu should try that guys. I already bought one and its 20 bucks cheaper online
06-30-2006, 02:08 PM
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Ahhh, the infamous "Vortex Generator" aka "Turbonator".
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06-30-2006, 07:07 PM
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Originally Posted by daredevil0610
Guys If you wanna try it, try it. Tornado brand is different from Vortex brand ok.
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