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Old 03-09-2012, 05:14 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Piglet - '95 Hyundai Excel (Accent) Sprint
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First of all, welcome to the forum mang!

As for what you can do, there are a few physical modifications you can do to improve your gas mileage.
-Instrumentation: Vacuum gauges, MPGuinos, and scangauges are worth researching within this forum. They don't actually improve economy, but they further assist you to drive economically.
-Aero modifications: This doesn't have to be a boat tail dude. Have you thought about grille blocks, smooth wheel covers, or an improved undertray? They are all cheap and easy to make, and again, can be researched right here.

In terms of powetrain modifications, unfortunately there aren't many modifications you can perform on the cheap to improve your gas mileage. However, almost any engine will return much better fuel economy with a new air filter, fuel filter, and oil change. In other words, keep the servicing up to date, because it can dramatically kill your fuel economy.

I hope that helped a bit. Do you have any pictures of the beast?
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