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Carl 05-01-2007 08:27 PM

I want the best fuel mileage
 
So in a few weeks I'll be going down to Lima, Ohio, for the 4x4 Jamboree. May 18-20th. It's about 3 hours away.
Since I can only make it for friday, I won't be entering my truck. I am interested though, in getting the best mileage I can down there and back, ya know, to brag about, LOL.

Aside from what's in my sig, I should also note I have 38" trxus STS tires, K&N cold air intake, Banks #8 fuel plate, and a 4" down pipe.
So what all can I do to get the very best milage possible for the trip?

What about the AFC position? starwheel? plate position? timing? Best RPM to target?
Thanks for any help

bow2no1 05-01-2007 08:36 PM

put every thing back to stock ;)

change all fluids, engine, differentials, trans, transfer, split fire spark plugs make sure proper tire pressure, fuel filter.

probably keep rpms under 3,000

Uncle Bubba 05-01-2007 08:48 PM


Originally Posted by bow2no1 (Post 19100)
put every thing back to stock ;)

change all fluids, engine, differentials, trans, transfer, split fire spark plugs make sure proper tire pressure, fuel filter.

probably keep rpms under 3,000

I really hope you skip the Split Fire Spark Plugs.:ph: I hope that was a joke Bow2, If not your scarin me again.

Heath 05-01-2007 08:50 PM

Advanced the timing on my 94 to 14 and it seemed to improve it a little, although I was at 10 to begin with.

bow2no1 05-01-2007 08:55 PM


Originally Posted by 99 cummins (Post 19117)
I really hope you skip the Split Fire Spark Plugs.:ph: I hope that was a joke Bow2, If not your scarin me again.

tried to sneak that one in the middle just wanted to see if any one would notice.. i can't fool you :tttt:

Uncle Bubba 05-01-2007 09:00 PM

Thought we were gonna have to go back to the basics, like birds and the bee's stuff there for a minute.

piperca 05-02-2007 12:12 AM

Yeah, Dennis, I agree with you, those Split Fire plugs are crap! :bow2:

Carl 05-02-2007 04:32 PM

Ok so I'm thinkin I'll slide the fuel plate, and AFC housing back, tighten up the starwheel, flush the diffs, and transfercase, change the oil, advance the timing, drive like theres an egg under the pedal, and keep it around 60-65MPH. I'm wondering how I know how far to advance the timing, before it starts to hurt fuel economy? Thanks for the responses

Maj Easy 05-02-2007 04:43 PM

convert your truck to a low rider....
make sure you have a good air dam.....

keep the rpm's at or below 1750.....

guaranteed best mpg's with this mod.
http://www.gearvendors.com/ffacts.html
expect 24% saved in fuel efficiency,

only cost 3.5 to 4.K

bow2no1 05-02-2007 05:15 PM

i agree with maj keep the rpms low.

also if you have any narrow tires to swap out. that would help
like a 235X85


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