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Old 12-28-2008, 08:22 PM   #2 (permalink)
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midnight rumbler -

I think it depends on your POV. If your litmus test for a(n embarrasing?) mod is the payback time, that is 100% fine with me. For others, this is not an issue because they enjoy the challenge of improving MPG. It's like installing a turbo to cut x.y seconds off your 0-60. Arguably, that's a "waste" of money, right?

Here's the 100+ tips for you to read. You'll be happy to know that your suggestion is at the top of our list :

100+ hypermiling / ecodriving tips to increase gas mileage - EcoModder.com
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1) Drive less
2) Park and ride (bicycle)
3) Attend a driving clinic
4) Clean junk from your trunk
5) Let the most efficient driver drive
6) Join a fuel economy forum
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