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    Fuel Economy Loss after Wheel and Tire Swap

    No its not meaningless. We are not talking about perceived sound levels to the human ear (Psycho-Acoustics). We are talking about measured sound pressure (energy) as measured by the tyre manufacturer. This is about fuel economy when changing rim sizes. We are then talking about 4 tyres, 4...
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    Fuel Economy Loss after Wheel and Tire Swap

    If you look at the Dunlop "blu response" the manufacturer says both 15' and 16' types fall into class band "C" for fuel efficiency. However, the 16 inch tyre is rated 69 decibels, while the 15 inch tyre is rated 67 decibels. That might not sound much difference, but decibels is measured in a...
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    Optimal intake temps for fuel economy

    pipe insulation fitted tightly around each grill slat
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    Newbies and Vets: Tips for better fuel economy!

    Winter equipment trials update!! -Task: eliminate mist from all internal windows. -Equipment 2 x damp traps. cost less than £1 each from b&m etc. https://www.bmstores.co.uk/products/dehumidifiers-4-x-250g-321193 example picture here...
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    Newbies and Vets: Tips for better fuel economy!

    This works a treat! closing air intakes using "recirculate function" button before you switch off works. place the dehumidifier in the back of the car. note: if you think your dehumidifier is not working because there is no "water" in the bottom, be patient. It is not water it is liquefied...
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    Newbies and Vets: Tips for better fuel economy!

    if you go back a page someone says 15" is the optimum wheel size for economy, see if switching to 15" makes any difference.
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    Winter MPG - how much decrease is normal?

    can you post pics of the grill block in action. thanks.
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    Newbies and Vets: Tips for better fuel economy!

    halfway through testing new winter equipment installation to decrease demisting time/startup time: from tesco £1 section. currently testing shutting off vents to outside during the nighttime by selecting "air recirculate" feature seconds before switch off.
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    Newbies and Vets: Tips for better fuel economy!

    any update on the new fifth gear pal?
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    Newbies and Vets: Tips for better fuel economy!

    what oil you putting in? how much? is just above minimum best for fuel efficiency?
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    Newbies and Vets: Tips for better fuel economy!

    good tips thanks.i will try those.no garage so i will park behind a wall.
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    Newbies and Vets: Tips for better fuel economy!

    Are we all confirmed there is a mpg improvement between cold and running temp. If so, how do you accelerate the rise to running temp during freezing winters? -Block/part block the radiator with a shield? -special remap/chip for cold weather? -does the car adjust automatically? -special engine...
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