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Old 08-28-2012, 12:37 AM   #3 (permalink)
UltArc
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Originally Posted by larrybuck View Post
As you have mentioned: auto-tragic! If you had a 5 speed, I think you would have a chance.

Have you been brave enough to bump up the tire PSI. by 5-7???

That's about the limit so one wouldn't prematurely wear out the tires.

Don't get discouraged. Have you considered the lawn edging type air dam for the front?

There are lots of little things to do.

Are you really using the back seat, or passenger seat much?

I love this site. Some people are able to live what I can only dream of!

Flatroad cruising in 6 I get 40-45, at 65 mph. The belly pan will give crazy results for yourmission. Also checkout body kits, or make a home made air dam. Even if it is just for high way, as in removable, it will get great results. Are your wind screen wipers catching air? Some card board just tied to the grill to block air will help. No roisk to over heat, and easily removed. Check the 65+ list, you can easily get that average on highway in cruise with a few mods.
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