10 mpgs???

[92exploder4x4]

NM

 

[92exploder4x4]

Ok, I got a new oxygen sensor today, and installed. Seems to be running a little bit better. I will know a little more on the mileage once I drive it for a longer distance. I also replaced the IAC because I couldn't get it clean enough.

I just wish I knew what kind of power these things have so I know what to compare it to (I know their HP, I'm taking more of a seat of the pants comparison). I have been driving a V8 Thunderbird the past few years which I know isn't the fastest car but it had a lot of get-up-and-go to it, and thats what I'm used to.

I am out of ideas for now, I guess only time will tell if the oxy sensor was the problem with the mileage. I am out of ideas for now, not really sure what to look for next.

 

[b2rich]

put it this way..
115 hp pushing close to a 3400 lbs brick. mine probably comes close to 3700 by the time i count myself and all the "stuff" i carry in it. including spare tire, tools, floor jack, and my fat ass.

ahhh I tried to delete this post, but had a problem. I forgot you were talking about an exploder.
SORRY.

 

[country0001]

I get about 15 in my 4.0 B2, I was hopin for better. But as for power its pretty cool in my B2, I'm pleased.

 

[92exploder4x4]

Hell I'd kill for 15 LOL

 

[LittleHorse]

mine used to get about 20 then it dropped to 16...still working on it, getting close to setting fire to it. Don't worry, I have liability only so no fraud involved. Just a sweet explosion.

 

[4.0B2]

mine used to get about 20 then it dropped to 16...still working on it, getting close to setting fire to it. Don't worry, I have liability only so no fraud involved. Just a sweet explosion.

thats the way mine is.. got 20 in town at first, now its running rich and yada yada and now i get 16 in town. still aint to to bad i guess but i loved LOVED loved that 20

 

[LittleHorse]

thats the way mine is.. got 20 in town at first, now its running rich and yada yada and now i get 16 in town. still aint to to bad i guess but i loved LOVED loved that 20

mines also accompanied by stumbling, bucking, and no power.

 

[4.0B2]

mine runs great.. just rich. my pressure reg is bad.
while on this subject, has anyone used the adjustable pressure reg from summit?
well crap i can't find the link now

also, i have one of these, it does help
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/TAM-KI-75/
idk if that's the actual size or not but you get the pic, its the tornado.

 

[country0001]

mine runs great.. just rich. my pressure reg is bad.
while on this subject, has anyone used the adjustable pressure reg from summit?
well crap i can't find the link now

also, i have one of these, it does help
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/TAM-KI-75/
idk if that's the actual size or not but you get the pic, its the tornado.

Most people would call the tornado a waste of money. What kind of improvement did it give you?

My 15 mpg is mainly mixed driving. My problem is my foot. That 4.0 will scream. I love it.

 

[92exploder4x4]

OK, So I used to be able to drive only 50 miles on 20 bucks worth of regular gas (approx. 8 gallons here) and I hit the 50 mark last night without my tank running out, so it appears to be doing better with the new oxy sensor.

Also, it seems to have a little increase in power. It still feels sluggish until it hits about 2500-3000 rpms, then it just takes off.

 

[06RangerXLT]

biggest things ppl dont check.

brakes rubbing?

tranny slipping?

check your diffs for fluid

check your wheel bearings for worn out parts

your cat may be clogged and the majority of your exhaust is being pushed through the leak.

truck could be stuck in 4wd

injectors could be clogged

you could have a fuel leak

your gas cap may be allowing air in

and the biggest one that happens without you knowing. somebody could be stealing your gas and your truck could be working fine. making your readings come to 10 mpg.
grab a locking gas cap and you may be good!

 

[4.0B2]

The tornado went from 19.2 to 21.7 on a mixed driving setting. That's not changing driving habits at all. When you consider I got mine on sale for $35 I was happy with it. I was the test rat for my Friends bc no one would buy one. But like I said, I'm getting no where near that now.

 

[92exploder4x4]

biggest things ppl dont check.

brakes rubbing?

tranny slipping?

check your diffs for fluid

check your wheel bearings for worn out parts

your cat may be clogged and the majority of your exhaust is being pushed through the leak.

truck could be stuck in 4wd

injectors could be clogged

you could have a fuel leak

your gas cap may be allowing air in

and the biggest one that happens without you knowing. somebody could be stealing your gas and your truck could be working fine. making your readings come to 10 mpg.
grab a locking gas cap and you may be good!

Not stuck in 4wd, no gas leaks, fixed the exhaust leak, brakes aren't rubbing, and I will check out the rest of that stuff. I did pull plugs today and saw that for some odd reason I didn't gap them right, most were between .045-.050, so I regapped them all, and I am installing a new fan so haven't started it up to see any difference.

 

[Jason]

Could bad motor mounts cause a decrease in mileage? I know mine are bad/going bad, m motor shakes like a mofo - even under acceleration.

So it runs rough? A well tuned engine will move around under acceleration with bad motor mounts, but should still perfectly still at idle