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> > I know we have talked about mileage several times. Some have said that it
> takes awhile for the engine to get broke in to get better mileage. I went
> on a short trip, speed about 75 on the interstate and then drove 2 days
> short distance. Filled up and got 16.2 mpg. Now I have a CC 318, dual
> electric fans, 180 thermostat, Quick D intake, 3.55 LSD, and about 3000
> miles on the Dak. I also have a F&B Stage I on the way. Am I doing
> something wrong or is this right for this mileage? I know the dealer would
> laugh at me and point out the mods as causing low mileage, but each one
> should work to improve it. Sorry if this has been beat to death, but wanted
> to find out what that magical miles on the truck was to up the mpg. Thanks,
>
>
> Bob Hardt
> Aiken,SC
> 99 Black Dakota CC 5.2 Auto, Leach headers, Flex-A-Lite dual 12" fans,
> Quick D intake, 180 stat
I have about 6000Kms (3600Mi) on my 99 318 CC 3.55LSD and I find that the
mileage very much depends on the cruising speed. If I do 75Mph I get 16-17Mpg
if I do 60Mph I will get about 19-20Mpg average.
Trevor
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