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Old 06-13-2014, 01:35 AM   #24 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by johnlvs2run View Post
By the way, as the rpms increase in the EX in 5th gear at a certain % engine load, the instant mpg likewise keeps increasing, meaning the mpg is higher at a higher rpm. I think the reason is because the EX is most efficient (BSFC?) at 5500 rpm.


I think your mixing performance and economy up and your mpg gauge is whacked !

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