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12-07-2012, 09:21 PM
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DStrachan
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Hey there. My name is Dave. I am trying to dome best to maximize the fuel economy of my 2012 Ram Hemi.
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12-07-2012, 11:01 PM
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GRU
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Welcome Dave, is it an auto transmission or manual? what type of driving do you do, mostly city or mostly highway driving?
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Dave,
welcome.
1 adjust the nut behind the wheel
2. get a scangauge (see link in my sig)
3. air up tires to 40+
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ECO MODS PERFORMED:
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http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...eii-23306.html
Second: Grille Block
http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...e-10912-2.html
Third: Full underbelly pan
http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...q45-11402.html
Fourth: rear skirts and 30.4mpg on trip!
http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...tml#post247938
12-08-2012, 12:37 AM
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2000neon
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Take a look at the 65+ hypermiling tips, it's amazing how much can be gained just by "adjusting the nut behind the wheel", the one that connects the steering wheel to the driver's seat.
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DStrachan
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Thanks GRU. its an auto 6spd. I drive 65 km to work.
Mostly highway, couple of small towns to go thru.
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