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cjlinkster · 09-04-2012, 10:21 PM

I think that alot of it has to due to the lack of not having an overdrive trans. Also the efficiency of gas has actually decreased with the new blended fuel.

Even the top of the line new model gas trucks are only getting low to mid 20's MPG (with v6 engines). Diesel trucks get much better mileage and are more efficient with their fuel.

Check out this PM article:

http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars...nt-than-diesel

09-04-2012, 10:21 PM	#4
cjlinkster Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Atlanta ga Posts: 150	Re: Increased MPG for carbs? I think that alot of it has to due to the lack of not having an overdrive trans. Also the efficiency of gas has actually decreased with the new blended fuel. Even the top of the line new model gas trucks are only getting low to mid 20's MPG (with v6 engines). Diesel trucks get much better mileage and are more efficient with their fuel. Check out this PM article: http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars...nt-than-diesel __________________ 1984 C20, 454, 4 speed named "Gold Member"