I have an 85 Westy, which I must admit is not running very well (I think it's a CPU problem since my compression is about 160 on all cylinders). Anyway, the minimum mpg I've seen is about 17, but not very often. Usually, it's about 18 city, 22 Highway. Even driving in the mountains. And on the flats with heavy truck traffic (i.e. good drafting), I've reached 25+ mpg, without doing anything crazy. James Wagner -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf Of Steve Sullivan Sent: Monday, May 08, 2000 4:12 AM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Fuel mileage: normal?
Don't want to start some long thread, just confirm what I think I know . . . My 84 Westy 1.9L gas engine is getting about 16.3 MPG. Normal? I hear about others getting 19 - 22 MPG but maybe that's the 2.1L? I've replaced oxygen sensor, cap, wires, rotor, plugs, fuel filter, air filter, and so on. Should be running perfectly, seems to. If this is way below normal, what is left to check/replace to get better mileage. Going on a very long trip and it's worth spending some to get better mileage. Many thanks, PLEASE P-MAIL me as I'm not on list now. Steve ________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com |
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