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Weight reduction is a proven way to increase fuel economy.
One of the reasons I did this mod was to relocate the battery so I could put in a large air cleaner and turbochargers. But all the turbocharger stuff added back about 100lb.
Adding the turbochargers added at least 2 to 3mpg.
The LiFePO4 batteries reduce electrical load by about 2 amps, or 28 watts. I figure 100 watts is good for about 0.1mpg increase in fuel economy on my suburban.
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1984 chevy suburban, custom made 6.5L diesel turbocharged with a Garrett T76 and Holset HE351VE, 22:1 compression 13psi of intercooled boost.
1989 firebird mostly stock. Aside from the 6-speed manual trans, corvette gen 5 front brakes, 1LE drive shaft, 4th Gen disc brake fbody rear end.
2011 leaf SL, white, portable 240v CHAdeMO, trailer hitch, new batt as of 2014.
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