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Old 04-15-2012, 03:41 PM   #4 (permalink)
cleanspeed1
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Lower it, bellypan, skinny tires, synthetic lubricants, change over to a manual transmission, lighten it up.

Another option would be a computer controlled CNG or LPG injection system. The goal is not to calibrate for extra power, but to help the mpg. Diesel Power magazine did an install on a Dodge dually with a Cummins and it really boosted the fuel economy. They used an MSD system. Go to their site or do a search and check it out.

During a Diesel Power Challenge, one contestant ran a CNG system on his Duramax powered truck and did over 40 mpg, another Duramax GMC pulsed his nitrous system and did 36 mpg ( on a 1400hp capable truck no less )

Look at some of the back issues online and you can see for yourself.

EDIT- Ok, the issue of Diesel Power you need to look at is September 2010

Matt Handwork, winner of mpg section of the contest, 45.58 mpg using a double regulator CNG system, 2003 Duramax Chevrolet pickup.

2nd Place, Dmitri Millard, mpg section of contest and overall winner, 2001 Chevy Silverado, 1212hp ( at the wheels! ), 6.90 sec in the 1/8 mile, 36.55 mpg pulsing low pressure nitrous system.
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