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Old 08-24-2012, 02:08 PM   #22 (permalink)
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I doubt there is much benefit on steeper hills (engine braking), as fuel is cut anyway, but obviously coasting out of gear saves 0.8-0.9 gallons/hour, idle consumption.

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