This will be the build thread for my little ranger "mini green"
I came across this site while researching ways to improve the gas mileage for my pickup. I felt that my truck should get better mileage than the 17MPG I was getting doing about 50/50 highway/city driving while commuting to work (25mi each way). Especially considering it's a 4 cylinder with a 5 speed and 2WD. My goal will be 35MPG to start with and I think this is definitely attainable now that I have read through a lot of the build threads on this site.
Ecomods Completed
10/31/08 - Increased tire air pressure from 35/30 f/r to 40/35 f/r
10/31/08 - Installed performance plugs/wires
04/15/08 - K&N drop-in intake element
10/31/08 - Removed Subwoofers, Box, and Amplifier (67 lbs)
Future Ecomods
Replace exhaust rearward from manifold (have parts, will install this weekend)
Block off grille (in progress)
Remove Mudflaps
Tonneau Cover (should help keep weight of snow out as well)
Wrap manifold tubing for better exhaust gas extraction
Replace front bumper with more aerodynamic bumper / air-dam combo
Install electric fan
Side Skirts
Fiberglass rollpan (will save weight of rear bumper)
Lower entire truck in order to decrease drag
Mileage:
20.6 - 11/06/08
17.3 - 10/31/08
Here are a couple pics:
11/5/08:
