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Old 05-27-2010, 11:49 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Hi, I've got a 1996 Ford Windstar GL. I don't want to change the body shape or anything real drastic, I don't want to look like a dousche riding down the road. So is there any simple things I can do to improve my van's gas mileage?

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Old 05-27-2010, 12:12 PM   #2 (permalink)
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That would depend on your meaning of "drastic." Panels under the body (undertray/bellypan) would be invisible, but I don't know if that's drastic in your opinion or not. If it has a roof rack, taking off the crossmembers (ideally, all of it) would help as well.

Blocking the upper grille area is easy and quick; but if you tow a lot it may not be feasible (or if you're in warm climate).

Next time you're up for tires look for LRR versions in your size.
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I see there is a linkback in email but I cannot access it, sorry


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