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Date:         Mon, 2 May 2005 14:38:00 -0600
Reply-To:     jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
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From:         jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
Subject:      Re: 1986 VanagonGL Auto - Mileage
Comments: To: "Matthew C. Huntley" <matthew.huntley@STRATHBOGIE.NET>
In-Reply-To:  <54412.129.42.208.182.1115064091.squirrel@sqmail.strathbogie.net>
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On 5/2/05 14:01, "Matthew C. Huntley" <matthew.huntley@STRATHBOGIE.NET> wrote:

> Hi trying to work a bit better gas mileage out of my 1986 VanagonGL with > automatic transmission. > already replaced plugs, Air filter, Fuel filter. Engine has been gone > through once or twice by my mechanic. Distributor has been replaced & > retimed. > Right now, I am getting a little over 15MPG with mixed Street/Highway > driving. > What can I do to get this mileage up higher. I have asked about mileage > before up here, and gotten indications that my mileage is low. > What driving habit things would help? Also, is there a way to monitor the > o2 sensor, or maybe intake vacuum to help keep things as economical as > possible? what can I do to tell if it is running rich? > > Thanks All, > Matt > Is this a camper?

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• jimt Planned insanity is best. Remember that sanity is optional. http://www.tactical-bus.info (tech info) http://www.westydriver.com


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