How to get the best mpgs parts, tips
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How to get the best mpgs parts, tips
I drive a 2001 ford ranger, v6 4.0 sohc. It is completly stock and i am wondering what i can purchase or what i can do to get better MPGS!!! As of right now im thinking about air intake, and a gibson exhust. Any ideas or comments?
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From: Rochester, MN
There are these little finned things on eBay that are only a couple of bucks. They go in your air intake hose and apparently the fins cause a small whirlwind which helps propel the air and uses less energy to draw the air in, from my understanding at least. A couple of people have said they've noticed a small increase in mileage, usually 2 or 3 MPG but that certainly adds up over time.
A lot of folks also say that K & N air filters do a great job at helping improve their gas mileage, another 2 or 3 MPG on average from what I've read.
As others have said, usually your driving habits have the most to do with your fuel economy. I never go above 2,000 RPM unless I have to. Also keep your tires inflated to the maximum PSI recommended if you're going to be doing a lot of pavement driving. Don't use your A/C when it's hot, it sucks up a couple extra MPG when you've got it on.
Rumor has it in my town there's a guy claiming to have a 'fuel cell adapter' kit or something like that. It works hand-in-hand with some 'pre-ignition catalytic converter'. The whole setup costs around $5,000, but he swears any vehicle (even a 1/2 ton truck) can get over 100 MPG, he's even got a money back guarantee on it. With gas prices the way they are, there are a lot of gimmicks out on the market claiming to help you get better mileage, so do your research before you buy anything too spendy.
A lot of folks also say that K & N air filters do a great job at helping improve their gas mileage, another 2 or 3 MPG on average from what I've read.
As others have said, usually your driving habits have the most to do with your fuel economy. I never go above 2,000 RPM unless I have to. Also keep your tires inflated to the maximum PSI recommended if you're going to be doing a lot of pavement driving. Don't use your A/C when it's hot, it sucks up a couple extra MPG when you've got it on.
Rumor has it in my town there's a guy claiming to have a 'fuel cell adapter' kit or something like that. It works hand-in-hand with some 'pre-ignition catalytic converter'. The whole setup costs around $5,000, but he swears any vehicle (even a 1/2 ton truck) can get over 100 MPG, he's even got a money back guarantee on it. With gas prices the way they are, there are a lot of gimmicks out on the market claiming to help you get better mileage, so do your research before you buy anything too spendy.
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From: Sacramento, CA
Avoid all of the gimmiks about getting better gas mileage. The best way is without a doubt change your driving style. Short of that make sure your vehicle is properly maintained. Also keep OEM parts such as motorcraft sparkplugs/wires. All that other stuff will wear prematurely and you will never earn the money you spent in increase gas mileage. Keep your tires properly inflated to the reccommended PSI. Not the max, this will wear out your tires faster and all the money you saved on gas, you will loose more by replacing your tires early.
Crank up some tunes and enjoy your drive!
Crank up some tunes and enjoy your drive!
There are these little finned things on eBay that are only a couple of bucks. They go in your air intake hose and apparently the fins cause a small whirlwind which helps propel the air and uses less energy to draw the air in, from my understanding at least. A couple of people have said they've noticed a small increase in mileage, usually 2 or 3 MPG but that certainly adds up over time.
A lot of folks also say that K & N air filters do a great job at helping improve their gas mileage, another 2 or 3 MPG on average from what I've read.
As others have said, usually your driving habits have the most to do with your fuel economy. I never go above 2,000 RPM unless I have to. Also keep your tires inflated to the maximum PSI recommended if you're going to be doing a lot of pavement driving. Don't use your A/C when it's hot, it sucks up a couple extra MPG when you've got it on.
Rumor has it in my town there's a guy claiming to have a 'fuel cell adapter' kit or something like that. It works hand-in-hand with some 'pre-ignition catalytic converter'. The whole setup costs around $5,000, but he swears any vehicle (even a 1/2 ton truck) can get over 100 MPG, he's even got a money back guarantee on it. With gas prices the way they are, there are a lot of gimmicks out on the market claiming to help you get better mileage, so do your research before you buy anything too spendy.
A lot of folks also say that K & N air filters do a great job at helping improve their gas mileage, another 2 or 3 MPG on average from what I've read.
As others have said, usually your driving habits have the most to do with your fuel economy. I never go above 2,000 RPM unless I have to. Also keep your tires inflated to the maximum PSI recommended if you're going to be doing a lot of pavement driving. Don't use your A/C when it's hot, it sucks up a couple extra MPG when you've got it on.
Rumor has it in my town there's a guy claiming to have a 'fuel cell adapter' kit or something like that. It works hand-in-hand with some 'pre-ignition catalytic converter'. The whole setup costs around $5,000, but he swears any vehicle (even a 1/2 ton truck) can get over 100 MPG, he's even got a money back guarantee on it. With gas prices the way they are, there are a lot of gimmicks out on the market claiming to help you get better mileage, so do your research before you buy anything too spendy.
K&N looks awesome and sounds sweet but guys have seen that intake temperature rises with them. I would go with a Volant or something that has a full heat shield, or even something custom.
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Its not his fault we get the same thread everyday =]
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The best way to save gas is to walk. O.O What Americans walk!!! No way. I ride my bicycle to work. I tell everyone I get 100 miles to a gallon of milk. I fill up one every 3 weeks.
I know here it comes, "I can't walk/bicycle to work because _________ ( fill blank with any of 100 reasons that others use).
Back in the '70s I drove a van to work and had 13 riders. Dang we were saving gas when it was a buck something a gallon.
Today people would rather spend a $100 on useless add ons then do things that will actually work.
Do a search BEFORE you post a thread would be a real good thing to do.
I know here it comes, "I can't walk/bicycle to work because _________ ( fill blank with any of 100 reasons that others use).
Back in the '70s I drove a van to work and had 13 riders. Dang we were saving gas when it was a buck something a gallon.
Today people would rather spend a $100 on useless add ons then do things that will actually work.
Do a search BEFORE you post a thread would be a real good thing to do.
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