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Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - JTaylor2005 - 14-02-2016
Alright guys.
I am wondering what can be checked on my car to try and improve mpg. I am thinking like sticking brakes, tyre pressures, and then boost leaks would be worth doing properly. Anything else? Injectors? Pump pressures with Peugeot planet etc?
Thanks
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - WiNgNuTz - 14-02-2016
Don't forget to remove the lead from your boot.
/unhelpfulpost
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - JTaylor2005 - 14-02-2016
Tbf removing the full audio setup out of the boot would make a difference haha. But im not willing to loose the volume/amplifiers I have in there haha
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - Eeyore - 14-02-2016
Are you experiencing loss of mpg or just wanting to do everything you can.
Reduce rolling weight of the wheels by fitting C5 steelies.
Fit a lighter spare
remove weight
regular service with the standard air filter
use decent fuel not supermarket special.
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - WiNgNuTz - 14-02-2016
I kinda meant lead as in the heavy metal (i.e. Leadfoot).
That's that joke ruined then.
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - JTaylor2005 - 14-02-2016
Hahaha I see. There are two ways to read it lol. That was a hard one to figure out when I have actually got a boot full of heavy stuff haha.
And not a loss as such just would be interested as to what extra I could get with a little work
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - Piggy - 14-02-2016
Stg1 map, efficient skinny tyres, well serviced engine, gearbox and brakes.
Then the biggest factor... You. Takes skill but you can make a dramatic difference with driving style
And tbh, better standard speakers and thus remove heavy sub/amp will make a fair difference
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - Eeyore - 14-02-2016
Stage 1 will give you a few more mpg. Probably a decat as well.
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - Toms306 - 14-02-2016
Best thing to save fuel is not driving... Seriously, it has more to do with the roads you drive than anything else, and short of walking everywhere under a 10 mile trip, there's not much that makes a difference. From experience of doing tonnes of b road to all town or motorway lol.
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - Poodle - 14-02-2016
As Piggy says, once the car is healthy it's mostly about your driving style. That and pull out as much weight as you can.
I found refurbed injectors helped a lot, but other people haven't had consistent results. What mpg are you getting atm?
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - steve1001 - 14-02-2016
Don't put too much fuel in the tank.
Empty the boot.
Change the oil on time.
Clean air filter.
Don't use the brakes.
Avoid driving up hill, downhill only.
Don't carry passengers.
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - lolsteve - 17-02-2016
In all honestly though the work and money you'll spend trying to get the mpg up more will probably outweigh the savings in fuel. Especially right now when it's piss cheap
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - bashbarnard - 17-02-2016
xud it run veg /thread
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - toseland - 29-02-2016
(14-02-2016, 04:31 PM)WiNgNuTz Wrote: I kinda meant lead as in the heavy metal (i.e. Leadfoot).
That's that joke ruined then.
he is from shrops anyway, so he has probably got a boot fool of stolen lead anyway wing..
RE: Things that can be checked to imrpove MPG? - welshpug - 29-02-2016
driving style, smaller brakes (if running 283's) eco tyres like a michelin energy instead of pilot sport.
more suspension travel so you don't have to slow down, i.e stock heights.