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Old 09-24-2016, 09:55 PM   #26 (permalink)
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'91 Civic - '91 Honda Civic LX
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Originally Posted by California98Civic View Post
Half a tank is just five gallons. Pumping error could account for the difference. Or it could be something related to the intermittent stalling you are experiencing. Or is could be time of day, heat, humidity. ... a quirk in the driving style. There are lots of variables. The results of one half-tank refill are not conclusive. Sounds like you had fun, though. One of the great things about these cars is how much fun they are driving around--and how they go go go even when there are troubles mechanically.
Thanks, should I wait next time and get closer to full tank of gas to get more accurate mpg readings?
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