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Old 03-28-2012, 11:19 PM   #9 (permalink)
saphiro
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E300D - '97 Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel
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Originally Posted by ecofreak View Post
You'll get there! I've heard stories of MPG in the 40s with biodiesel, so 35 isn't impossible.

If you're not particularly fond of the aesthetics of your car, you could really make a difference in weight by removing the huge bumpers.
That brings up a question I've been wondering: Does biodiesel contain more energy than conventional diesel?

Also, I think if I were fond of the aesthetics I would want those ugly bumpers removed! It's like having a 9-inch shelf sticking out of either end of the car!
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