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Old 12-10-2016, 01:33 PM   #80 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by RoadCyclist View Post
I'm not sure using only one pump is feasable. I do a lot of driving around the metroplex. I do agree a better method of measuring is in order, as eyeballing the gauge is kind of sketchy.
It's common practice to use an isolated alternate fuel supply for testing,in which the fuel is weighed before and after,and the mass difference is used for the mpg calculation.
A glass burette works great since its very narrow and compact, shows a difference in a very short distance, and weighs very little.
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