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Old Apr 9, 2008 | 05:18 PM
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My mpg handbook....


Also, have you run into any problems with vista integrating w/your network? Some of my friends on campus have been having issues but that could be the SFA network....ain't no telling
 
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Old Apr 9, 2008 | 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by maverick1701
My mpg handbook....


Also, have you run into any problems with vista integrating w/your network? Some of my friends on campus have been having issues but that could be the SFA network....ain't no telling
If your not joking about your MPG book you just lost your man card!! SISSY!! LOL
 
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Old Apr 9, 2008 | 08:53 PM
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If your not joking about your MPG book you just lost your man card!! SISSY!! LOL
Dude.... X2!!!!! at the least dip that cat book in some 15w-40!!!
 
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Old Apr 10, 2008 | 09:43 PM
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ok so i added the yamalube when i filled up today, and boy, it did quiet my motor down a bit! end result of my last tankful on stanadyne was 14.54 mpgs. that will be my data to compare to and ill let you guys know once the first tank runs dry (hopefully later than sooner

rob: i hear what you mean when you get used to something, its hard to change, especially with computers!!

mavrick: somtimes i have troubble getting on my home network, every once and a while it just wolnt let me on the internet for no reason at all. thats the only trouble ive had so far. as for the book, well whatever it takes to get the job done! haha where'd you get that thing from anyway!


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Old Apr 10, 2008 | 10:06 PM
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lol I was walking through wally world trying to find a calender/planner. When I looked in the school supplies aisle and i spotted a stack of books/folders with kittens/unicorns/rainbows/ponies/flowers etc all for .49 each!!! So I couldnt leave without two lol The other one I use in my Equine Reproduction class....
 
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Old Apr 14, 2008 | 08:02 PM
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So have any of you guy have an update on your mileage? I am thinking putting some in for this weekends trip to the coast.
 
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Old Apr 14, 2008 | 08:35 PM
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Any one know exactly what 2 cycle oil is??????????
 
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Old Apr 14, 2008 | 08:40 PM
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So have any of you guy have an update on your mileage? I am thinking putting some in for this weekends trip to the coast.
not yet...should be a few more days before I will finish out my tank
 
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Old Apr 14, 2008 | 09:54 PM
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i saw ~1mpg gain. i got 19.1 on the last tank with the 2cycle. I am going to run it one more time and see.
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 11:32 AM
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so far i got 30 miles to a 1/4 tank (usually 50) so its not looking good for me. but we shall see when i'm finished running both tanks.
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 11:45 AM
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so far i got 30 miles to a 1/4 tank (usually 50) so its not looking good for me. but we shall see when i'm finished running both tanks.
Humm... Same driving conditions? city/highway? throttle?

It's so easy to change mileage just by keeping RPM's under 2K.... Thats why alot of these mileage comparisons are a little wishy-washy...

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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 08:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Robbgt
Humm... Same driving conditions? city/highway? throttle?

It's so easy to change mileage just by keeping RPM's under 2K.... Thats why alot of these mileage comparisons are a little wishy-washy...

-Robb
yepppp :/ nothing has changed between all my tests. all the driving routs week-to-week are the same as are my driving habits; always under 2K. I've been really having problems with economy since all of you guys seem to be getting at least 16, so I'm really bummed out about my run thus far
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 09:31 PM
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A little in-sight to why 2 stroke oil may increase mileage using Royal Purple: Synerlec, Royal Purple’s proprietary, additive lubricant technology, is the cornerstone of RP's entire product line. It creates an ionic bond that adheres to metal parts to provide continuous protection even at start-up and strengthens the oil to provide unparalleled performance and protection.

Royal Purple’s film strength is up to 400% stronger than other oils. High film strength prevents contact between metal parts and improves sealing inside the engine for more complete combustion and dramatically reduced wear. Improved combustion creates more power, better fuel economy and reduced emissions.

Royal Purple remains on the metal surface long after ordinary lubricants would have been squeezed out by pressure and heat. It actually improves engine surfaces by responding to increased pressure with increased viscosity until the metal peaks (asperities) undergo deformation and flow into the low spots. Over time, the metal surface becomes extremely smooth and can even develop a mirror-like surface.
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 09:34 PM
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Originally Posted by scatgo
Any one know exactly what 2 cycle oil is??????????


A two-cycle oil is disclosed comprising a high and low molecular weight polybutene polymer, solvent and mineral oil which has suitable viscosity and exhibits improved smoke performance in the JASO test.
http://www.freepatentsonline.com/5888948.htm
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 10:21 PM
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Well I just filled up and put one bottle in each tank, I guess I will soon find out?? $4.27 a gallon, the most I have ever had to pay.
 
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