We have an old thread on tuning a car for economy but I thought we would start a new one and get the benefit from our newer members.
What tips do you have for economy tuning?
Here are my top tips.
Tire tread and compound makes a big difference as do tyre pressures.
Run the engine a little hotter, a higher temp thermostat will do this.
Small advance on the timing will generally make an engine run more efficiently.
Bigger spark plug gap will also make a bit of a difference to both power and economy.
In large V6 & V8 engines a flow, polish and port can often give better economy.
(Finally one for HDI) Put a Diesel engine in the car. - in reality this is much more hassel than it is worth.
Now its over to you guys to add to this and discuss the pros and cons of these suggestions.
What tips do you have for economy tuning?
Here are my top tips.
Tire tread and compound makes a big difference as do tyre pressures.
Run the engine a little hotter, a higher temp thermostat will do this.
Small advance on the timing will generally make an engine run more efficiently.
Bigger spark plug gap will also make a bit of a difference to both power and economy.
In large V6 & V8 engines a flow, polish and port can often give better economy.
(Finally one for HDI) Put a Diesel engine in the car. - in reality this is much more hassel than it is worth.
Now its over to you guys to add to this and discuss the pros and cons of these suggestions.