Gas Saving
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05-14-2008, 07:24 PM
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Gas Saving
I have a DRam 1999 4x4 5.9L with the following mods:
Air Raid Tube
Magnaflow HighFlowConverter
Flowmaster exhaust
So far I managed to bring my MPG up from 9 to 12. Is there anything that can be done? I read about CNG on this site, sounds good,but I am not willing to invest that kind of cash into something that may not pay for it self, $1,200 is a lot of cash for me. Also, I worry that it might explode. I askeda guy at the parts store about Hypertech but he said it wasn't worth it unless your truckis aDiesel. I thought about selling it but Idon't think anyone would buy it at these gas prices. SoI guess I am stuck with it. I really like my DRam but Icannot afford it as a daily driver. Would converting it to a Cummins be an option? I heard they are supposed to be better on fuel. And maybe I could run it on cooking oil.
Air Raid Tube
Magnaflow HighFlowConverter
Flowmaster exhaust
So far I managed to bring my MPG up from 9 to 12. Is there anything that can be done? I read about CNG on this site, sounds good,but I am not willing to invest that kind of cash into something that may not pay for it self, $1,200 is a lot of cash for me. Also, I worry that it might explode. I askeda guy at the parts store about Hypertech but he said it wasn't worth it unless your truckis aDiesel. I thought about selling it but Idon't think anyone would buy it at these gas prices. SoI guess I am stuck with it. I really like my DRam but Icannot afford it as a daily driver. Would converting it to a Cummins be an option? I heard they are supposed to be better on fuel. And maybe I could run it on cooking oil.
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05-14-2008, 08:05 PM
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RE: Gas Saving
Long tube headers/continue to free up exhaust, general tune up, i.e. plugs, wires, cap n rotor, etc.
Check your plenum gasket (do a search if you're unfamiliar). If bad, fix it then do 2-3 seafoam treatments.
If you have the death flash (search), Superchips will help a lot, but a real flash (SCT, B&G) will help a lotmore.
Ramairbox
These are the things I have done to my truck since owning it that have contributed to better fuel mileage.
Check your plenum gasket (do a search if you're unfamiliar). If bad, fix it then do 2-3 seafoam treatments.
If you have the death flash (search), Superchips will help a lot, but a real flash (SCT, B&G) will help a lotmore.
Ramairbox
These are the things I have done to my truck since owning it that have contributed to better fuel mileage.