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Date:         Thu, 15 Jun 1995 08:33:10 -0400
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From:         djenkins@foxboro.com (Drew Jenkins)
Subject:      Re: mpg on 87 syncro

> I have an 87 syncro with 120K miles. I am getting 15 mpg. My question is > -- is this normal??? Normal or not can I do something to improve it. If > not, can I put an extra gas tank so that I don't have to stop for gas every > 200 miles. Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Here is a data point for your question: 86 syncro, 120k miles, 37k on complete engine rebuild with new heads, all new FI sensors and injectors.

Avg mileage: 17mpg, highest: 22mpg, lowest: 15mpg.

Drew Jenkins djenkins@foxboro.com


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