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Old 04-30-2014, 11:43 PM   #213
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Re: 72 GMC Short Step Build

Trip Report

Had a great weekend driving the 72 this past weekend. Drove about 800 miles and averaged about 16.5mpg going down driving about 70 most of the way. The return trip was great until about half way home and turned West into a 40 to 50 mph head wind. Felt at times like the truck was moving backwards. Nothing like a spring dirt storm in West Texas. The wind took it's toll and knocked the milage down to about 14.5, which I guess isn't bad considering?

All systems worked fine with no issues. Much nicer trip than the first one when I brought it home. Something about a great running engine, overdrive, A/C, & cruise control.

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