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Old 05-12-2008, 11:17 AM   #5 (permalink)
bkrell
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Location: Shreveport, LA
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big swede - '01 SAAB 9-5 2.3lt
90 day: 31.96 mpg (US)

mighty mite - '09 Honda Fit Sport

The V - '02 Honda CR-V EX-4WD

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No, it's not strictly required but recommended. But I've always observed a drop off in mpg due to the timing being backed off. Now, I've never tried running the car on 87 being overly fuel conscious. Perhaps that's worth an experimental tank or two.
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