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Originally Posted by Wonderjava
Yes when I get everything sorted I will track fuel consumption, but still want nods to increase gas mileage
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As has been mentioned earlier in this thread, simply putting a vehicle in good tune to begin with (eliminating the mechanical problems causing the check engine light, eliminating any possible vacuum leaks, ensuring that all engine control devices are clean and correctly functioning) - is the best "mod" to start with in pursuit of better efficiency.
Another thing I don't see mentioned very often is the A/C.. specifically, driving around with it turned on when it doesn't need to be on. I obviously don't have any way of knowing whether you do that, but based on everyone I've passengered with, ever, it seems more than half of all cars on the road probably have their A/C system engaged all the time, even when it's cold out, even when their windows are open, just always chuggin' away drinking fuel. Turn it off when it's not hot out & save fuel.
Don't drive around with the car full of loot. Weight costs fuel. You'll feel more pep with an empty car, too.
Keep those tires inflated. They'll last longer, you'll be safer, and get much better mileage.
Have a look under your car, got any loose or floppy plastic bits down there from hitting a curb or parking block? I see this on cars all the time, the owners don't seem to notice... but loose floppy bits catch a lot of air and can cost quite a bit of fuel - plus they just look silly. These things can be annoying to repair if they've ripped out their fasteners, but zip-ties and gorilla tape are pretty decent cheap ways to repair underbody plastic where nobody can see it anyway.