Getting better fuel economy
05-01-2015, 04:54 PM
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Getting better fuel economy
Currently just looking for tips on how to better my fuel economy. I'm not sure where it's at right now, but it aint great. I use Shell's V-Power 91OCT. I have roughly a 50 mile round trip commute each day. (I know, it's not MAJOR, but its enough). I am just curious aside from the obvious "short shift all the way to 6th, dont hammer down, stay out of VTEC, etc" what are some of the best ways to save fuel?
My current tires are Hankook Ventus V2 Concept2 which are all seasons (they came with the car, and still have loads of tread left) so I know that's also eating up some of my gas.
Final note -- I am not asking this because I cannot afford it. I know there will be those who say "If you cant buy the gas, dont buy the car." I have no issue buying gas, but as with all of us we would love to get some extra bang for our buck at the pumps.
Any tips?
My current tires are Hankook Ventus V2 Concept2 which are all seasons (they came with the car, and still have loads of tread left) so I know that's also eating up some of my gas.
Final note -- I am not asking this because I cannot afford it. I know there will be those who say "If you cant buy the gas, dont buy the car." I have no issue buying gas, but as with all of us we would love to get some extra bang for our buck at the pumps.
Any tips?
05-01-2015, 05:01 PM
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A bit more air in your tires helps. How old are your spark plugs ? Synthetic oil in the engine and differential helps. Avoid mods that sacrifice low and mid-range torque for top end power. Reduce weight of the vehicle wherever possible - wheels, battery, exhaust, header, brakes, etc.
05-01-2015, 05:13 PM
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A bit more air in your tires helps. How old are your spark plugs ? Synthetic oil in the engine and differential helps. Avoid mods that sacrifice low and mid-range torque for top end power. Reduce weight of the vehicle wherever possible - wheels, battery, exhaust, header, brakes, etc.
05-01-2015, 05:20 PM
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Originally Posted by zeroptzero' timestamp='1430528467' post='23598671
A bit more air in your tires helps. How old are your spark plugs ? Synthetic oil in the engine and differential helps. Avoid mods that sacrifice low and mid-range torque for top end power. Reduce weight of the vehicle wherever possible - wheels, battery, exhaust, header, brakes, etc.
05-01-2015, 05:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Backmarker' timestamp='1430529181' post='23598682
[quote name='zeroptzero' timestamp='1430528467' post='23598671']
A bit more air in your tires helps. How old are your spark plugs ? Synthetic oil in the engine and differential helps. Avoid mods that sacrifice low and mid-range torque for top end power. Reduce weight of the vehicle wherever possible - wheels, battery, exhaust, header, brakes, etc.
A bit more air in your tires helps. How old are your spark plugs ? Synthetic oil in the engine and differential helps. Avoid mods that sacrifice low and mid-range torque for top end power. Reduce weight of the vehicle wherever possible - wheels, battery, exhaust, header, brakes, etc.
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That's the one on the top of the engine that you just shake and listen if it rattles, right? Haha, sorry for the very unscientific description.
05-01-2015, 11:05 PM
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Just did some calculations and it looks like I'm getting maybe 17 or 18mpg...
I hit dont THINK I have a lead foot... then again I got the car a week ago so I'd probably be lying if I said I wasnt being agressive with it... I bet I am probably having more fun than I am realizing. Haha
I hit dont THINK I have a lead foot... then again I got the car a week ago so I'd probably be lying if I said I wasnt being agressive with it... I bet I am probably having more fun than I am realizing. Haha
05-02-2015, 04:01 AM
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When the engine is idling you can squeeze the hose that comes off the pcv valve with pliers and see if you hear a clicking noise, or you can remove it and give it a good rattle.
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05-04-2015, 11:17 AM
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Nothing wrong with wanting more MPG on any car. Especially if you are going to commute with it everyday.
Buy one of these: http://www.ultra-gauge.com/ultragauge/
It'll help you monitor and observe your driving habits. It's a MUST if you want better MPG tank after tank.
Buy one of these: http://www.ultra-gauge.com/ultragauge/
It'll help you monitor and observe your driving habits. It's a MUST if you want better MPG tank after tank.
05-04-2015, 12:17 PM
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fyi
i have had my car since new(10/2003 it's a 2004) and i have consistantly seen 20-23 mpg in every day driving. i use vtec at least twice a day. i short shift. i have the spare in the car and about 10 lbs of junk in the trunk most of the time. i drive 90% of the time with top down. top down decreases mileage by 2 easily. my long distance driving has seen 28-30.
i think my mph is about average, with 5% of what most get. again i short shift from habit, lifelong habbit on all my cars. i don't own an automatic, someday i shall.
i have had my car since new(10/2003 it's a 2004) and i have consistantly seen 20-23 mpg in every day driving. i use vtec at least twice a day. i short shift. i have the spare in the car and about 10 lbs of junk in the trunk most of the time. i drive 90% of the time with top down. top down decreases mileage by 2 easily. my long distance driving has seen 28-30.
i think my mph is about average, with 5% of what most get. again i short shift from habit, lifelong habbit on all my cars. i don't own an automatic, someday i shall.