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Subject:Re: 1986 VanagonGL Auto - Mileage
From:jimt
Date:Mon, 2 May 2005 14:38:00 -0600

On 5/2/05 14:01, "Matthew C. Huntley" <matthew.huntley@STRATHBOGIE.NET>
wrote:

> 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
> 
Is this a camper?

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