Jim (plus the rest of DML)
thanks for the input. i guess i did improve efficiency. ( all i was after was better
starts off the line. LOL )
jim, what did you do at Warner Springs?
-dan
temecula, ca
>
> Date: Sun, 6 Jun 2004 20:26:41 -0500
> From: "JAMES KNOX" <knox.james@sympatico.ca>
> Subject: DML: Re: Torque Converters, TransGo and gas mileage
>
> Hey Dan. I use to visit in Warner Springs near Temecula. Down hill was good
> mileage for me :-) on the serious side you have a much more efficent tranny
> now.
>
> Jim Knox, 91 Dak 318LA
> Toronto, Canada
>
>
> - ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Dan Kramarsky" <dkramarsky68@yahoo.com>
> To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
> Sent: Sunday, June 06, 2004 12:23 PM
> Subject: DML: Torque Converters, TransGo and gas mileage
>
>
> >
> > i recently installed a 2400 stall torque converter from APS, a trans-go
> kit, and
> > replaced an overdrive planet gear that was only slightly worn. (could have
> left the old
> > one in but decided to get a new one ). And had all the soft-parts
> replaced with
> > BorgWarner bands, clutches etc.
> >
> > I was about 13.9 MPG and now i am at 15.6 MPG on average.
> >
> > Driving for me is 95% highway. With just a little stop-n-go traffic ( 5
> mins )
> >
> > Same gas as always. It's a '92 V8 Club Cab
> >
> > Can anyone explain? Did the efficiency of transmission get better?
> >
> >
> > ( p.s. i am NOT complaining !! LOL )
> >
> >
> > -dan
> > temecula, ca
> >
> > =====
> > Dan K.
> > '92 Grey Dak CC, 318, 4x2, 46RH, 3.92 rear, 235/75R15, PS, PW, PB, PL, AC.
>
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Dan K.
'92 Grey Dak CC, 318, 4x2, 46RH, 3.92 rear, 235/75R15, PS, PW, PB, PL, AC.
Mods: Trans-Go, APS Precision's 2400 stall, cool air induction, K&N filter, Autolite 3924s, & re-located IAT sensor.
Future: 180* stat, MP PCM, Stage 1 T.B., HER1418AL Cam, 3" Gibson exhaust, March pullies, electric fan, and head porting.
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