I have recently put in a new engine, one of Boston Bob's, and I seem to be
getting less gas mileage than I did before the conversion.  It seems I'm
getting about 16 miles per gallon, whereas before it was closer to 20.  Not
a big difference, but it also seems that my gas gauge is not working the
same as before either.  The gauge use to sit in the middle of the fuel tank
display a lot longer than it does now.  I did have the tank dropped so that
the radiator hoses could be put in, so I'm wondering what the difference
might be.

I plan on going out west from Minnesota this summer, and up through the
mountains does anyone think there is reason to be concerned about only
getting about 250 miles per fill?

How about when in the mountains, how much more gas do you suppose I will use
when going uphill?

Also, any recommendation on where I want to keep the r.p.m.'s when going up.
Am I looking at second gear for the most part, or will I get to pop it into
third ever?

I am sooo looking forward to this trip, and will post more questions as to
where might be some hot spots to stay along the way.

Thanks to all,
Dale
'84 Westy
'00 Golf