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So I just filled up at 159.3 miles and put in 12.778 gallons for a total of 12.5mpg! Wow.... I honestly didn't beat up that much this tank, I have no idea what the hell is up with me getting such bad mileage. I even did a spark plug/wire/rotor/cap change and a techron treatment.
The guy with the 450rwhp mustang still gets 17-20 when he has a little fun on his tanks.
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01-24-2015, 02:11 AM
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It's not leaking fuel is it? I know the rubber fuel filler neck grommets like to go bad and fuel can slush out on corners. Happened to me on my old 87 GT.
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01-24-2015, 02:57 AM
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The DOA really sucks down the f.e. in our Foxes.
Have you decided what kind of tires you'll run?
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01-24-2015, 06:16 AM
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I cry every time I see an VX/HX with a fart cannon. That's what EXs are for.
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Trash mufflers like that are not good on anything.
Oh come on, man! You know how to improve fuel economy! Belly pan, Kamm-back, skirts, etc! Not only would you get better mileage, but you will be faster, too! 
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01-24-2015, 07:01 AM
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Originally Posted by bluesteel93
It's not leaking fuel is it? I know the rubber fuel filler neck grommets like to go bad and fuel can slush out on corners. Happened to me on my old 87 GT.
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That was the first thing I checked. I was hoping that's what it was, but it wasn't. I also checked the fuel lines under the hood as well as the injectors . I bought a nice jack and some jack stands today so I can finally get under the car soon. I just honestly don't see how it's possible for this car to suck this much gas. My dad's 454 Chevy motor home gets the same mpg as I do, and he tows a boat with it!!
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The DOA really sucks down the f.e. in our Foxes.
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What Is DOA? I am running 225/55R16 Eagle GT'S at 40PSI right now. They only have about 4k miles on them, so I'll be keeping them until they wear out.
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01-24-2015, 07:49 AM
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AOD, the transmission. I always refer to them as DOA since they have a reputation for being less than durable. 
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01-24-2015, 08:33 AM
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AOD, the transmission. I always refer to them as DOA since they have a reputation for being less than durable. |
Oh lol, yea I have a AOD, but mine is at 193k miles and still running strong. I'm actually glad I have the AOD, it will allow 4.10 rear end and still allow long trips doable. Only 2600rpm at 70 isn't bad at all.
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01-31-2015, 04:30 AM
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Ok guys, no progress as of late but after doing a lot of research and actually working on these cars I have changed A LOT about this build. Major updates to come in the next month or so!
Might want to read the OP.
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02-01-2015, 02:30 AM
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Changed the brakes today! Thanks to a buddy of mine it only took me about a half hour, and this being the first time I have ever done my own brakes, I will say I can't believe it's so darn easy! It also seemed to fix my low-braking power problem, so that's good!
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02-01-2015, 01:48 PM
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Yeah, Fox brakes are surprisingly simple and easy to change.
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