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Originally Posted by Ecky
You may be increasing the throttle percentage by gearing it taller, but be aware that the engine will also turning more slowly, so the pistons will wear against the sides of the cylinders fewer times. Overall, taller gearing improves economy and lengthens the life of the engine.
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What is throttle percentage?
My concern with taller overdrive is the strain put on the engine and transmission with the opposite of torque. It's like riding a bicycle in 3rd gear, going uphill.
Like the idea of reducing engine wear, as it will prolong the life of the engine; thus lower running costs. However; if running at super overdrive strains and wears the transmission faster, resulting in needing a rebuild in 100,000 miles; that kind of increases running costs if the transmission rebuild is more than the fuel savings.
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Originally Posted by hayden55
How many hwy rpm's are you turning currently.
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But yeah Ford gears are the same in just about everything so you can get 2.73 3.15. 3.33 3.55 3.73 3.90 4.10 4.30 4.56. Tons of choices lol
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I'll keep that in mind when the van is in my name.
Well I received the bluetooth OBD2 dongle today, and eager to try it out. I see the Torque application costs $5, which brings the total cost to under $20. I can't wait to see what the most efficient speed and RPM is on the open road.
I am going to live and travel in the posh van that is a microapartment inside, including but not limited to A/C, roof vent (yes I know this will cause some drag), PC desk, kitchenette, microwave, real mattress, blacked out windows, and portable toilet with detachable holding tank (yes I know these weigh alot).
I am also going to hit the road THIS summer for my first road trip of distance, with over 1000 miles one way. I plan to take it slow and take the scenic route as I hate having to run down the interstate. Yes I know taking direct routes saves fuel, and I know not detouring saves fuel, and I know not going up and down the Moki Dugway twice saves fuel; this is what is in the itinerary for a fulfilling trip full of beautiful experiences.
Seeing my relatives in Alberta Canada during the beautiful Canadian Summer is two years overdue, sure I can save $1500 not going anywhere but is that a fulfilling life?
Traveling, living miserably, treating the van like a steel tent with minimal stuff, freezing in the dark, sweating in the heat is NOT a part of my dream life and these details are non-negotiable.