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I still think 3000 is too high... More than 2500 is not a preference of mine, though I have no choice in first and second gear. I also avoid more than 80% load. Natuarally aspirated 1.6L non-vtec Civic gets 60-70mpg tank averages by driving this way almost ALL the time. You mileage may vary.
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See my car's mod & maintenance thread and my electric bicycle's thread for ongoing projects. I will rebuild Black and Green over decades as parts die, until it becomes a different car of roughly the same shape and color. My minimum fuel economy goal is 55 mpg while averaging posted speed limits. I generally top 60 mpg. See also my Honda manual transmission specs thread.
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