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> From: Phil Hyde <philh@insync.net>
> To: dakota@ait.fredonia.edu
> Subject: Re: Mileage issues..
> Date: Tuesday, June 03, 1997 03:45 PM
>
> Bruce Aaron Hefner wrote:
> >
> > Well guys all I can say is if you want power and performance you've got
to
> > expect to take a hit in the mpg department, I personally would rather
have
> > the power, performance, and reliability of a Dak with a V-8 than the
> > fuel-efficiency of smaller and/or lower geared trucks, the lower fuel
> > efficiency is worth it when you hook up a trailer and your truck acts
like
> > it isn't even there or when you spank someone drag racing, just my
> > opinion.
> >
>
> Well, who buys a truck for gas mileage anyways, right? I just get
> a little ticked off when the window sticker says "14 city 18 highway"
> and then I get 14 highway. I mean, that's not terrible but it is
> a false representation to an extent.
>
> But you are right, for the speed and power of a V8 Dakota it is
> worth the sacrifice!
>
Give it time.. you will be able to get up to 18 or so highway...
I am able to get a solid 18 mpg @ 65 mph-- empty, flat land, 5 speed
4x2, 3.90 gearing turning 2375 rpm (+- 50 rpm)...
Sam '95 SLT
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