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Old 01-26-2007, 09:40 PM
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Originally Posted by mhainen
Today I averaged 26.4 MPG (based on computer) at 70 MPH for 100 miles. I used cruise control. It was about 32 degrees F. The terrain is flat and I had a slight tail wind. I run a K & N filter. I am pleased with those numbers considering the type of vehicle.

Mark
Excellent! I actually broke 27 mpg ONCE on the way to Oklahoma City. But that was with a 30 mph tailwind! Thankfully the wind changed direction and calmed down before the trip back home. I almost always get 26-26.5 mpg at 70-75.
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