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Old 01-28-2008, 07:15 PM   #16 (permalink)
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90 day: 52.71 mpg (US)

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90 day: 70.75 mpg (US)

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Originally Posted by TomO View Post
This makes me rethink the amount of time I need the heater on for my VX.
What's the wattage again? (Sorry, being lazy - I know you mentioned it in your installation thread.)

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Could you find the total amount of fluid in your cooling system? That would help to make a reference point for others to use in making a rough guesstimate of how long to run a heater in their car. You could also get the dimensions of the radiator and block in order to further the reference point.
3.9 litres / 4.1 quarts.

I wonder if a better measure for comparison's sake might be the weight of the engine. The Suzuki 1.0L mill weighs about 135 lbs.
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