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Old 05-26-2014, 09:49 PM   #5 (permalink)
Superfuelgero
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Originally Posted by Davo53209@yahoo.com View Post
That's another issue. I really don't if or when it's in lean burn mode. In fact, I don't know how to recognize that mode. What I can tell you is that when traveling at 65mph, the needle on the tachometer hovers around 2000 rpm.
You'd need a wideband to know for sure. Since you can't tell, assume its not going into it. That mpg is about right or that. Start easy, check the clutch and brake pedal stops, and vacuum leaks (unlit propane, or incense/cigarette). Report back, and we'll go from there.
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