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Subject:Re: Safe RPM's
From:Stephen Steele
Date:Sun, 15 Oct 2000 00:41:33 -0400

(snip) > This puts it on the upper limit of the
> "green" on the tach.  Is this normal for an automatic?
FWIW...This matches my numbers for a similarly equipped 91 Caravelle.
> I usually drive between 65 and 75 and get 17-18 miles per gal.  I'd like to
drop the rpms
> (longer engine life), but hate paying $$$ for larger rims, etc.
> TIA for any responses.
> Ken Hartz
My mileage stays the same loaded with four bikes, two canoes,two kayaks or
empty.
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Stephen Steele
'91 Caravelle
Chillicothe, OH

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