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Subject:1986 VanagonGL Auto - Mileage
From:Matthew C. Huntley
Date:Mon, 2 May 2005 13:01:31 -0700

Hi trying to work a bit better gas mileage out of my 1986 VanagonGL with
automatic transmission.
already replaced plugs, Air filter, Fuel filter. Engine has been gone
through once or twice by my mechanic. Distributor has been replaced &
retimed.
Right now, I am getting a little over 15MPG with mixed Street/Highway
driving.
What can I do to get this mileage up higher. I have asked about mileage
before up here, and gotten indications that my mileage is low.
What driving habit things would help? Also, is there a way to monitor the
o2 sensor, or maybe intake vacuum to help keep things as economical as
possible? what can I do to tell if it is running rich?

Thanks All,
Matt

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