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Old 04-19-2010, 12:21 PM   #134 (permalink)
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I wouldn't delete the turbo from a diesel engine designed with a turbo and expect higher MPG. You'd end up with a smoky tailpipe due to lower amounts of air.
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I think you missed the point I was trying to make, which is that it's not rational to do either speed or fuel economy mods for economic reasons. You do it as a form of recreation, for the fun and for the challenge.
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