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Old 05-09-2014, 06:10 PM   #62 (permalink)
Cobb
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Id expect the 65 figure to be a starting point, not an achievement.

I rented a prius 3 for sveral weeks. As, is, got 50 mpg. Drove it like a rental car, got 49.9. Added 50 psi to the tires and used enough brake to max out the rgen/braking meter when coming to a stop, BOOM, 65 on a tank.

Id check with Dax on the grill blocking. I think he said something the other day you need to monitor the inverted temp as its cooling system is on its own circuit and if it doesnt get enough airflow it can cause more use of gasoline if you trip is over 7 or 10 miles.

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Originally Posted by TexasCotton View Post
Just want to restate you past posts...........
With the following mods to the 3rd Gen Prius
Mirror, rear wiper deletes
suspension lower
smooth wheel cover

you got a 65mpg on full tank then to near empty tank of fuel
is that correct
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