Big block chevys were nice when gas was near $1/gal.
The majority of people believe that their vehicle left the factory in the best configuration for their individual driving habit, driving conditions and is already setup to get the best economy possible.
Some believe it takes a team of engineers to improve fuel economy.
Maybe that is true when trying to come up with a cheap, idiot proof way to increase fuel economy that is federal and california emmissions legal.
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1984 chevy suburban, custom made 6.5L diesel turbocharged with a Garrett T76 and Holset HE351VE, 22:1 compression 13psi of intercooled boost.
1989 firebird mostly stock. Aside from the 6-speed manual trans, corvette gen 5 front brakes, 1LE drive shaft, 4th Gen disc brake fbody rear end.
2011 leaf SL, white, portable 240v CHAdeMO, trailer hitch, new batt as of 2014.
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