Re: [DML] Gas Mileage - a data point

[Soma576@xxxxxxx]

In a message dated 10/17/04 9:59:58 PM Central Daylight Time, 
mcmullas@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:


> .  Whatever it was, I have always wondered if 30MPG
> was really a pipe dream... now I know it's not out of the realm of
> possibility, even for me, a regular guy.
> 

I know what you talking about.  When I first got my car the idle system was 
all messed up and even though the car ran fine, it wasn't *right*.  Since then 
I have 100% sorted the engine, idle, and fuel systems out and on the trip to 
pigeon forge I regularly almost hit 30mpg, and that was with myself and a 
passenger as well as a week's worth of luggage at 80mph.  Since getting everything 
sorted, i have noticed that my car runs very well in town, doesn't feel slow 
or sluggish at all. It is my belief that most people who are unhappy with their 
car's performance either have an automatic transmission or their car is NOT 
sorted out very well - though it may appear to run 'fine'.  Your fuel economy 
will speak volumes!  A properly maintained and 100% running car is a lot of fun 
to drive.  I rarely find myself wishing for more power.  there is a definite 
sweet spot that can only be found once everything is spot-on.

Andy


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