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Old 09-11-2012, 04:04 PM   #21 (permalink)
PaleMelanesian
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PaleCivic (retired) - '96 Honda Civic DX Sedan
90 day: 69.2 mpg (US)

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25 mph, 5th gear, 1000 rpm. It's good enough to gain speed on moderate climbs. I prefer 1200 rpm for pulsing, but sometimes the conditions call for lower rpm and slower acceleration.

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11-mile commute: 100 mpg - - - Tank: 90.2 mpg / 1191 miles
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