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Old 06-24-2013, 06:55 PM   #227 (permalink)
Sven7
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Ok seriously. I even put on my old front bumper grille blocks for the drive up and only managed 41mpg. Yes, half of the drive was 75mph in the rain, but still. I don't get what is pulling the economy down so badly. Checked the tires and they're between 45 and 50psi. Does having the cabin fan on really soak up all that energy?

Didn't get video of the wheels yet; it was a pretty busy weekend. Also skipped Sault Ste Marie due to bad weather and fatigue.



^^^After some fun on the stage. Car ended up covered in mud.

It was nice to have the suspension and axles fixed up; it doesn't thunk anymore, although there are a couple new issues to work out. Wobbly steering upwards of 75mph and a ticking at low speed and partial brake application.

Anyway, should be getting it lowered and aligned this week. I'll have the guy take a look and see if there's anything loose.
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