99 2500 Cummins MPG low?
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99 2500 Cummins MPG low?
I just bought a 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins, EXT Cab, Long bed, 266,500 miles, Automatic, 4x4. It has 4" straight pipe, Airdog 150 pump, and a BHAF. Other then that's it completely stock.
After I got it I did all the fluid/filter changes. I have finally gone through 3/4 tank of diesel and I calculated my mileage and It only came out to 13.1 mpg.
Would this be about right for my truck? There's no codes, and I did try really hard to drive it easy, but every now and then the pedal does get away from me.
Thanks,
After I got it I did all the fluid/filter changes. I have finally gone through 3/4 tank of diesel and I calculated my mileage and It only came out to 13.1 mpg.
Would this be about right for my truck? There's no codes, and I did try really hard to drive it easy, but every now and then the pedal does get away from me.
Thanks,
#2
seems low to me, when mine was stock minus the lift pump i was getting a little over 17. maybe needs valves adjusted. is it really chatty sounding?
Mopar1973Man's Dodge Cummins Articles - Valve Lash Adjustment
Mopar1973Man's Dodge Cummins Articles - Valve Lash Adjustment
#3
seems low to me, when mine was stock minus the lift pump i was getting a little over 17. maybe needs valves adjusted. is it really chatty sounding?
Mopar1973Man's Dodge Cummins Articles - Valve Lash Adjustment
Mopar1973Man's Dodge Cummins Articles - Valve Lash Adjustment
Thanks,
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I run with 295/70/17 tires, winter, 3.73 gear, all town driving in a 6spd without a programer or tuner and get 11-13 MPG. This is probably due to the fact I drive a little fast, always have 1/2 ton of heating oil in my bed, and have a late 02' without the CAD, so it is always spinning my front axles. When I'm running highway at 55, getting about 16MPG. So it has a lot to do with your driving habits, speeds, and tires.
There is a lot of great ways to increase your milage. Airbox, free flowing exhaust, programer, injectors, tires, free spin hub kits, WaterMeth/Propane, tropper/tanneau cover, and if you do a LOT of interstate driving (75+mpg) a Gearvendor Overdrive unit.
There is a lot of great ways to increase your milage. Airbox, free flowing exhaust, programer, injectors, tires, free spin hub kits, WaterMeth/Propane, tropper/tanneau cover, and if you do a LOT of interstate driving (75+mpg) a Gearvendor Overdrive unit.
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