I think we can chalk it all up to different experiences
which is good. I think I understand what your saying
from an SBEC standpoint (open loop, rich conditon = more
gas). I didn't mean my post to look like a flame either,
some times a keyboard is not enough for relaying ideas
or experiences.
GS -
98 5.2L 5spd
>
> Well then maybe there were some other variables involved that somehow managed
> to get you greater mileage.
>
> All I am saying that it is a thermodynamic principle that clearly states the
> lower the temperature, the lower the efficiency of the cycle... and of
> course, the opposite holds true... the higher the temps, the better the
> efficiency.
>
> Keep in mind, I am talking about the operating temperatures... and not the
> incoming air temperatures... we all know the cooler the incoming air, the
> more dense it is... the more dense it is.. the more oxygen it contains...
>
> This is not a flame in any way... all I am simply stating is that, "all
> things held constant... going from a 200 to a 180 degree t-stat will yield
> lower mpg"
>
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