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Old 08-08-2011, 11:08 PM   #12 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by SuperHatch View Post
I really believe it's the A/C. It's frustrating because he's disappointed in the results, since some here have seen MPG in the 60+ with this conversion. His mileage is no worse than the old D15B6, and he now has a newer engine with half the miles of the old one and 20 more HP when needed. Even with the same mileage the overall improvement of the vehicle is there. I know the real gains won't be seen unless he changes his habits, but old habits die hard... ya know?
Totally agree. I have a lead foot. Trust me though- the driving habits make quite a bit of difference, especially with that engine- since lean burn is when it gets the best economy.
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