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Old 11-28-2012, 07:55 PM   #5 (permalink)
bestclimb
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escort - '99 ford escort sport
90 day: 42.38 mpg (US)

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90 day: 28.65 mpg (US)
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Yep, was at 42 mpg, now struggling to maintain 38. Though less EOC due to a desire for heat. Do what you can but grin and bear it Some cars will idle higher in colder temps for some reason. I suspect more load on the alt due to heater fan on high, and perhaps emissions (more exhaust gasses to keep the cat warm?)
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