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MPG OVER HERE
My name is Rosson Mason I drive a 2000 Ford Excursion THE V-10. 2wd
I am starting to conduct a research and purch. all the avalible "fuel Saving" devices out there.
I have tride a lot. maybe you can learn from me.
Ditching the 3rd row seat..............not any notice of a gain
the tornado..:............. SUCKS (i put in 3 at one time also)
Hypertech mpg .................... look like it didnt work
K&N intake..............................save money not replacing the filter.......... notice a little bit
FITCH FUEL CAT.............................notice a slight increase
E3 Spark plugs............................... they burned up quick
Royal purple...................................notice a gain
lucas gas adj................................... not much to notice but its nice to clean out my fuel system
rear diff royal purple..........feals good knowing its syn.
Trying:
transmission royal purple.........................cost a lot but will try
bbk throttle body..............just ordered it friday the 2/18/11
jet mass air flow................ just ordered it friday the 2/18/11
jet spacer...........................just ordered it friday the 2/18/11
long tube headers..................when i get them money
replacing off the fac. y pipe replacing it with a Less of a bend pipe (ebay)...... soon
""then it will be and off raod vehicle only"" do to this and that i dont know if i have to say that.
flex a lite suv truck dual fans.................. when i get the money
Does anyone else know any that i am missing:
I am starting to conduct a research and purch. all the avalible "fuel Saving" devices out there.
I have tride a lot. maybe you can learn from me.
Ditching the 3rd row seat..............not any notice of a gain
the tornado..:............. SUCKS (i put in 3 at one time also)
Hypertech mpg .................... look like it didnt work
K&N intake..............................save money not replacing the filter.......... notice a little bit
FITCH FUEL CAT.............................notice a slight increase
E3 Spark plugs............................... they burned up quick
Royal purple...................................notice a gain
lucas gas adj................................... not much to notice but its nice to clean out my fuel system
rear diff royal purple..........feals good knowing its syn.
Trying:
transmission royal purple.........................cost a lot but will try
bbk throttle body..............just ordered it friday the 2/18/11
jet mass air flow................ just ordered it friday the 2/18/11
jet spacer...........................just ordered it friday the 2/18/11
long tube headers..................when i get them money
replacing off the fac. y pipe replacing it with a Less of a bend pipe (ebay)...... soon
""then it will be and off raod vehicle only"" do to this and that i dont know if i have to say that.
flex a lite suv truck dual fans.................. when i get the money
Does anyone else know any that i am missing:
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Two ideas to reduce airflow drag over the truck. These all help in small ways:
1) Take off the cross bars on roof rack.
2) If you can, build an extension to the bottom of your front air dam under the front bumper. If you can, add about 2" to this with a simple sheet metal or plastic extension. Paint it black so it won't look too bad.
Also, air up the tires to maximum you can tolerate (and less than sidewall rating, which should be stated on tire).
1) Take off the cross bars on roof rack.
2) If you can, build an extension to the bottom of your front air dam under the front bumper. If you can, add about 2" to this with a simple sheet metal or plastic extension. Paint it black so it won't look too bad.
Also, air up the tires to maximum you can tolerate (and less than sidewall rating, which should be stated on tire).
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The BEST thing any of us can do is :
1) put a 2x4 block under the accelerator pedal so you can't go over half throttle.....
2) get a smaller/lighter car if mpg is what you are worried about...
3) if you want an Ex, get a deezle one (flamesuit on
)
Good luck...
1) put a 2x4 block under the accelerator pedal so you can't go over half throttle.....
2) get a smaller/lighter car if mpg is what you are worried about...
3) if you want an Ex, get a deezle one (flamesuit on
)Good luck...
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You won't get much more mpg out of a V10 truck, but the sure fire thing that wakes that engine up is programming from Mike over at 5 Star. Every 5.4 V8 and V10 owner who has used their programming loves it and wishes it was available sooner. It won't give you a 3-4 mpg boost as it would a diesel, but you would probably (and I say probably) see a 1-2 mpg boost. Last time I looked at his site, Mike had a few package deals that made his programming work even better (i.e. intake, muffler, programmer) Check him out, it'll be money well spent on your truck.
The tornado- great waste of money
Hypertech mpg- Try Mike at 5 star, he knows what he's doing and does custom tuning.K&N intake- this will help the engine breathe a little better
FITCH FUEL CAT.............................notice a slight increase
E3 Spark plugs- The V10 only likes what it came with" Motorcraft platinum plugs. You can also get the Autolites from Autozone as they're the same thing.
Royal purple-great stuff!
lucas gas adj- I never really was a fan of this stuff. Instead run some seafoam through your intake (from the master cylinder), 300-500 before your next oil change, pour some in the crankcase to clean things out, and run a high concentration of Chevron's techron additive in your fuel tank. It'll really clean our your fuel system and might even net you a mpg. You can find it at wal-mart or Autozone for a reasonable cost, some times O'reilly has a 2 for 1 deal going on.
rear diff royal purple-wise choice
replacing off the fac. y pipe replacing it with a Less of a bend pipe (ebay)-ebay headers and y-pipe help the V10 breathe and perform better, definitely a worthwhile investment. Mike may have these as part of a package deal
""then it will be and off raod vehicle only"" do to this and that i dont know if i have to say that.
flex a lite suv truck dual fans- might be worth it
The tornado- great waste of money
Hypertech mpg- Try Mike at 5 star, he knows what he's doing and does custom tuning.K&N intake- this will help the engine breathe a little better
FITCH FUEL CAT.............................notice a slight increase
E3 Spark plugs- The V10 only likes what it came with" Motorcraft platinum plugs. You can also get the Autolites from Autozone as they're the same thing.
Royal purple-great stuff!
lucas gas adj- I never really was a fan of this stuff. Instead run some seafoam through your intake (from the master cylinder), 300-500 before your next oil change, pour some in the crankcase to clean things out, and run a high concentration of Chevron's techron additive in your fuel tank. It'll really clean our your fuel system and might even net you a mpg. You can find it at wal-mart or Autozone for a reasonable cost, some times O'reilly has a 2 for 1 deal going on.
rear diff royal purple-wise choice
replacing off the fac. y pipe replacing it with a Less of a bend pipe (ebay)-ebay headers and y-pipe help the V10 breathe and perform better, definitely a worthwhile investment. Mike may have these as part of a package deal
""then it will be and off raod vehicle only"" do to this and that i dont know if i have to say that.
flex a lite suv truck dual fans- might be worth it
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My 6.0l spends less time getting repairs, than your V-10 spends at the gas station getting fuel.
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Two ideas to reduce airflow drag over the truck. These all help in small ways:
1) Take off the cross bars on roof rack.
2) If you can, build an extension to the bottom of your front air dam under the front bumper. If you can, add about 2" to this with a simple sheet metal or plastic extension. Paint it black so it won't look too bad.
Also, air up the tires to maximum you can tolerate (and less than sidewall rating, which should be stated on tire).
1) Take off the cross bars on roof rack.
2) If you can, build an extension to the bottom of your front air dam under the front bumper. If you can, add about 2" to this with a simple sheet metal or plastic extension. Paint it black so it won't look too bad.
Also, air up the tires to maximum you can tolerate (and less than sidewall rating, which should be stated on tire).
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i am usually a non believer especially when it comes to gas saving fuel additives. do yourself a favor use this product, that goes for everyone and in every motor gas and diesel. you WILL notice at least a ten percent gain. on top of a mpg gain, you WILL notice an overall power gain and a better running motor. the price makes you hesitate but i promise it is worth it in the long run - even if you just break even. 1 ounce treats 15 gallons - i use two ounces per 15 gallons and my motor loves me for it. the diesel fuelon is amazing in a motor. with todays crappy low sulfer diesel fuel this product keeps the motor properly lubricated. take my word for it - its 100 pecent guaranteed by the owner. Call and tell them scott young sent you. you will not regret it FUELON Inc.
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Here ya go with Mike's website 5 Star Tuning | Custom Dynomemeter Chassis Tuning Products and Services
I also recommend the Ultra-Guage for live MPG feedback, I know once I got mine it made a big difference in my throttle control as I watched the instant MPG data. I have seen about a 1.5 MPG increase using the U-G, it will help teach you the most efficient way to drive. UltraGauge Automotive Information Center and OBDII Scan Tool
Good luck, remember that V-10 will only do so much, MPG wise.....
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Here ya go with Mike's website 5 Star Tuning | Custom Dynomemeter Chassis Tuning Products and Services
I also recommend the Ultra-Guage for live MPG feedback, I know once I got mine it made a big difference in my throttle control as I watched the instant MPG data. I have seen about a 1.5 MPG increase using the U-G, it will help teach you the most efficient way to drive. UltraGauge Automotive Information Center and OBDII Scan Tool
Good luck, remember that V-10 will only do so much, MPG wise.....
I also recommend the Ultra-Guage for live MPG feedback, I know once I got mine it made a big difference in my throttle control as I watched the instant MPG data. I have seen about a 1.5 MPG increase using the U-G, it will help teach you the most efficient way to drive. UltraGauge Automotive Information Center and OBDII Scan Tool
Good luck, remember that V-10 will only do so much, MPG wise.....
Is that 1.5 mpg real time or hand calculated? Or are you referring to using the gauge as an indicator of trend and not actual?