18 mpg is fine for an auto but I routinely get 20.5 mpg, fully loaded with camping gear and 3 people. I get 17 around town. My speedometer is and odometer, though are on an 83.5, are very accurate. Thanks, Bryan From: J Stewart Sent: Wednesday, May 02, 2012 1:36 PM To: B Feddish Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Still lousy gas mileage I just drove my '85 pop top Weekender home from Newport News VA. yesterday and it was LOADED with all the stuff from daughter's college dorm room. '85 automatic, a/c not working so windows were down (increasing drag) and a bike strapped to the roof. I got just over 18 mpg, which I consider normal for a van this size-and under powered-still have the stock 1.9 w/ 146K on it.
Jeff Stewart
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- So on my trip north this past weekend I only got 17 mpg on the highway with my 83.5 w/c Westy. That is my normal city mileage. I should have gotten at least 20 if not 21-22. All the usual suspects have been checked. if anyone has any last minute suggestions for me that I can try this weekend let me know. Otherwise it looks as though I will have to take it the expensive mechanic who I know is going to charge at least a few hours and still may not find something. Thanks, Bryan |
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