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Old 05-09-2013, 08:14 AM   #5 (permalink)
Atilla the Fun
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Taller gearing increases the load on the engine, thus emissions tend to suffer. But if you could go 20%, that might be enough to force the transmission into a lower gear, which should help. Besides, 20% less cruise RPM doesn't necessarily mean more MPG anyway. Try it if you wish.
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