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Originally Posted by MetroMPG
10% is a nice surprise. Congrats on the improvement.
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Thanks! I hope it's legit and not pump error -- or, as SVO mentions, oil consumption...
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Originally Posted by SVOboy
Nothing like a few extra mpg, 
Just make sure you're not burning any oil not that those carbon deposites are all blasted away, |
I'll keep an eye on the oil level. This tank (based on the 1/2-way mark on the inaccurate fuel gauge) has appeared less efficient. Driving conditions are nearly similar, but with a slightly more City Operation.
The EBH has made a HUGE difference in getting started. TC lockup occurs by the time I hit the 45 MPH parkway (5-10 minutes). Otherwise, it's 15+ minutes. EOC-ing, as always, freaks out the TCU -- shifting becomes erratic and unpredictable.
There's nothing like lugging an automatic
Tightening the transmission-throttle cable has resulted in early TC lockup at 35-38 MPH. It tends to hang on with a light touch on the throttle. Too much input either results in timing changes for power, or TC unlock. Yup, the auto is a challenge -- but not impossible to work with.
Looking at the top-end internals and timing belt, I think the 'Teg has a lot of life left. Between 30 and 40 mpg seems to be a good compromise vs. a new(er) ride. Certainly better than the mid-20's it achieved before EcoMods.
As always, the biggest change is with an adjustment to a part associated with every vehicle on the road. There's a adjustment that can be modified without any tools. The nut
behind the wheel. That has made the biggest difference
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