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Ok, so I finally filled up the tank on the new to me Ranger again, and calculated my MPG. 13. I have the Flex Fuel 3.0 L with a new K&N FIPK on it (I just added it today), and some sort of catback exhaust, 1 in 2 out from the muffler, exiting straight back from the bumper.
What should be the next step to get better mileage? I was thinking of replacing the mechanical fan with an electric, is there a specific size I should get? How involved is it, and while I'm monkeying with the pulleys, should I put an aftermarket underdrive pulley set? (side note, I have access to CNC equipment, if I had dimensions, I could make my own, right? hint, hint ;-) )
I doubt the FIPK or the exhaust have really helped much, but it does sound better, and throttle response is pretty good...
Thanks,
Scott
What should be the next step to get better mileage? I was thinking of replacing the mechanical fan with an electric, is there a specific size I should get? How involved is it, and while I'm monkeying with the pulleys, should I put an aftermarket underdrive pulley set? (side note, I have access to CNC equipment, if I had dimensions, I could make my own, right? hint, hint ;-) )
I doubt the FIPK or the exhaust have really helped much, but it does sound better, and throttle response is pretty good...
Thanks,
Scott
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Im up to 17 mpg now, might have just been that the truck had sat for awhile on the lot... I'm going to replace the wires one of these days, probably when I get the pulleys and fan.
Hadn't thought about the MAF or injectors, I guess it wont hurt to give them a good cleaning...
Thanks,
Scott
Hadn't thought about the MAF or injectors, I guess it wont hurt to give them a good cleaning...
Thanks,
Scott
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Another thing I would suggest, for accurate MPG calculation, (you could be mistaken on your tank volume, the volume of gas left in the tank when you filled up, the actual distance you traveled), is a flow meter. It measures the flow of gas to the injectors, the current speed you're traveling, and your rate of acceleration, does some instant calculus, and gives you a blow-by-blow display of your current gas mileage.
Don't know any good brands, but some of the newer Toyota's come with them. You might be able to find an accurate aftermarket one.
Don't know any good brands, but some of the newer Toyota's come with them. You might be able to find an accurate aftermarket one.
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I would forget the e-fan and go with the udp, my e-fan came apart and about cost me a new rad. Also get a bama engine programer and switch to synthetic fluids through out the drivetrain, engine, tranny and rear diff.
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Your driving habits play a huge part in good gas mileage. My 98 3.0 (5 spd) consistently gets 23-24 MPG. 55 MPH and under works best for me. Avoid unnecessary idling and, as much as possible, stop and go city traffic. Don't forget to check the air pressure in your tires. It doesn't make a big difference, but does it make a difference. A fresh fuel and air filter would also be a step in the right direction. Good luck.
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Had some free time today, and felt up for some punishment... Changed out the wires and plugs, autolite double platinum plugs and OE replacement wires from Autozone. The old plugs look good coloration wise, but were way out of spec in the gap. Ford says 42 to 46 thousandths, I set the new ones to 44. The old plugs were all around 70.
If I ever meet the fella that came up with them little clippy things that are durn near impossible to open, I'm gonna bitch slap him... I'd say that was the hardest part of the whole thing, futzin with those clips...
Will that help mileage any?
Scott
If I ever meet the fella that came up with them little clippy things that are durn near impossible to open, I'm gonna bitch slap him... I'd say that was the hardest part of the whole thing, futzin with those clips...
Will that help mileage any?
Scott
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Bitch slapping him or changing the plugs ? I dob't think slappen will help mpg, the new plugs might.
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Originally Posted by Dan Robertson
Your driving habits play a huge part in good gas mileage. My 98 3.0 (5 spd) consistently gets 23-24 MPG. 55 MPH and under works best for me. Avoid unnecessary idling and, as much as possible, stop and go city traffic. Don't forget to check the air pressure in your tires. It doesn't make a big difference, but does it make a difference. A fresh fuel and air filter would also be a step in the right direction. Good luck.
I consistently get 20-22mpg with my 4.0L and drive sensibly. I easily save a gallon maybe two per tank which is another 20-40+ miles per tank.
