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Old 02-12-2013, 10:43 PM   #5 (permalink)
JRMichler
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Nameless - '06 GMC Canyon
90 day: 37.45 mpg (US)

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Originally Posted by dohcsvt View Post
On my way to work today I averaged 47MPG, which is by far the best FE ever in this vehicle. I am hoping to do better, but need some input.
You are off to a very good start. I suggest fine tuning the grille block - cover too much, then open up just enough to keep the engine from overheating. Tire pressures to max sidewall. Wheel covers. Belly pan if you feel ambitious. Get good with the EOC switch.

Really work the DWB and DWL. When you stop using the cruise control because you get better mileage driving manually, then you are ready to start learning DWL.

But don't waste time trying to redesign the fuel delivery system.

Does your car have the same engine as the base 1995 Neon? If so, that engine could benefit from a camshaft designed for efficiency at lower RPM.
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06 Canyon: The vacuum gauge plus wheel covers helped increase summer 2015 mileage to 38.5 MPG, while summer 2016 mileage was 38.6 MPG without the wheel covers. Drove 33,021 miles 2016-2018 at 35.00 MPG.

22 Maverick: Summer 2022 burned 62.74 gallons in 3145.1 miles for 50.1 MPG. Winter 2023-2024 - 2416.7 miles, 58.66 gallons for 41 MPG.
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