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Unread 01-28-2012, 02:37 PM   #1
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Is higher mpg out of the question????

Hey everyone,
the ole wagon is running like top.sense i removed
all the smog pump, gutted both cats have not got a base mileage on mpg but can drive 104 miles on 8 gals of 93 octane.
guessing 17or 18 mpg. anybody get better mileage with 200 inline 6 .would it be possible to get mid 20's or impossible
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Depending on your gearing and whether or not you can keep that stupid carb the 3.3 came with tuned, in the 20's is not in the realm of the impossible in my opinion.
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Hey Zephyrman,
Is there a better carb I could put on her to get better mpg????If so what kind and where do i buy it

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For some reason the company name is escaping me, but they make an adapter plate to put a 2 barrel carb onto your six. Then just get yourself a holley 2 barrel, around 450cfm I think they make them, a good tune and off you go!
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Be sure your thermostat is performing to spec. If it opens 10 degrees F too low, it can cause a noticeable decrease in fuel economy.
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