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darcane · 11-12-2010, 06:37 PM

So, my wife bought me an UltraGauge for my birthday a couple weeks ago. I was wondering if anyone had any methods for using it to maximize fuel economy.

I'm typically watching Instant MPG and Engine Load %, but I'm not sure what rate of acceleration is best. Do I keep Engine Load low and spend more time at lower MPG, or accelerate briskly so I can spend more time at higher MPGs?

First tank, I kept the engine load below 25% and my mileage didn't really change a noticeable amount.

What gauges do you guys typically use most?

Thanks,
Mike

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darcane ......................... Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Buckley, WA Posts: 1,597 Thanks: 391 Thanked 488 Times in 316 Posts	How do you get the most from your Ultragauge So, my wife bought me an UltraGauge for my birthday a couple weeks ago. I was wondering if anyone had any methods for using it to maximize fuel economy. I'm typically watching Instant MPG and Engine Load %, but I'm not sure what rate of acceleration is best. Do I keep Engine Load low and spend more time at lower MPG, or accelerate briskly so I can spend more time at higher MPGs? First tank, I kept the engine load below 25% and my mileage didn't really change a noticeable amount. What gauges do you guys typically use most? Thanks, Mike __________________ Past Cars: 2001 Civic HX Mods CTS-V 2003 Silverado Mods