About to take my first long trip in my 96 Civic HX tomorrow. From SF bay area to LA area.
My s2000 would get 37-39 mpg with the hardtop and all-season tires, so hoping the HX will do better, or whats the point? lol
Anyway, car is a 5spd and has no mods yet. Although I'm swapping out the shocks and springs today for Koni Yellows and Ground Controls, because I already had them from my CRX.
As far as tires on this car, on the rear, I have 185/65/14 Falken 912 (I like these, although dont know if they are any good for MPG)
Falken ZE-912 (HP) Tires for Sale Online - Vulcan Tire Sales
In the front I have Dunlop SP60 185/65/14 - I hate these tires. They have no grip and I doubt they are any good for MPG.
Dunlop SP 60
Quesion:
1. Which tires do i put in front?
2. What PSI is safe for a long trip like this?
3. Can I remove the power steering belt for this trip and put it back on when I get home?
4. Is it worth the extra effort to scramble for a upper grill block off before I leave?