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Originally Posted by Rockstock
I know it sounds backwards, I always assumed you should accelerate as slow as possible, but the readings I've been getting from the scan gauge are saying otherwise.
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You are right on with getting to speed ASAP. The rule here is accelerating with 70%-80% throttle. Of course, if your criusing distance will only be 1/4 mile, or any other short distance (stop sign, red light, etc.), then it's better to accelerate to a lower speed and then coast. The extra 1-2 seconds it takes to get there are well worth the fuel saved, especially if you have to slow down or stop anyway.
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Originally Posted by Rockstock
Scan gauges don't lie, or do they?
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Only people lie. But a SGII may not tell the whole truth. Make sure it's calibrated, verify it with a few tanks, and everything should be OK.
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