yea, sorry guys, I was just super frustrated to see a 28mpg on there since Ive been doing good by being close to 30mpg most of the time.
@ slowmover
that is a pretty bold assumption to make about my age, Im 43.
so while I know there are some people on here who are older, I'd wager Im older than probably 80% of the other members
I think what upsets me most is that my ranger (that I got rid of for 2 main reasons: not enough room for a family and poor mileage) got me close to that same mileage as I was averaging 24-25mpg hwy and 19-20 city. that was with a 3.0L V6, automatic, and I just expected much better from this car.
anyways, Im changing my priorities on planned MODs
first and foremost,
replacing the ECU with one from an MP3. it will give me a much more smooth and clean power curve (most people running these in the mp5 are getting an avg of 7-10% increase in FE)
a full fluid/grease replacement with synthetic fluids where applicable
a full tuneup
a 626 intake mani
and then either the 626v6 trans or, if I can find one, the diesel g-series trans from Europe.
total cost will put me somewhere between $400-$800, depending on which trans I can find. and should give me a substantial increase in FE, probably around 25% or better.
that would make me feel a LOT better
after thinking about it, Im not doing too bad
my combined avg EPA is 24mpg and Im getting better than that with all city driving, which EPA sets it at 22mpg, so in light of those numbers, 28mpg all city driving isnt too shabby
to date Ive saved almost $100.0 and 25g. not too bad with such a short log.