Oh, I agree.
But I am still chipping away at any and all maint. items I feel have been much overdue.
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But I am still chipping away at any and all maint. items I feel have been much overdue.
Well the EPA is a joke which is why those ratings were recalculated recently, I know a few guys driving these and they regularly get 14-17 maybe on a good day..
I think the tonnage along with the rolling resistance and gearing are affecting the mpg.. 2k might be the seeet spot but Lower rpm with little to no load should yield better results.
I think the tonnage along with the rolling resistance and gearing are affecting the mpg.. 2k might be the seeet spot but Lower rpm with little to no load should yield better results.
I honestly should be able to get even better mileage than I do. I drive to and from work, on paved 45-55 mph back roads. When it hits OD, the rpms drop to 1,500 or less. There are almost no stop lights or stop signs to and from work. Just 2 round-abouts. I just have a hard time staying off the throttle.
That is 100% the issue. Now that I have the 4" exhaust, I hear EVERYTHING turbo related.
Both my turbo trucks get 18-20 with 4.10s 35" BFG's and TH400's I know with a Manual , O/D , or better yet and O/D Manila I can probably squeeze another 2-4 mpg
Highest speed limit here is 65 so it's no issue running decent rpm at "highway" speeds
Highest speed limit here is 65 so it's no issue running decent rpm at "highway" speeds
Well goody for you--If I were 37 again I wouldn't be having this much difficulty doing what should be a "simple" repair..
Ever hear the verse "Judge not--lest ye be judged "?..
Instead of being insulting,you could show a little compassion for a member who's older than you by 20+ years..
....get back to me in 20 years and let me know how you feel ! (if I live that long,which is probably unlikely)..you'll probably sound a lot like me by then..For your info my spine has been curved since birth,and has always been painful, and held me back as far as attaining my full potential--but that didn't keep me from working a lot of overtime when I was 37,taking a few trucks down to the frame and restoring them--and I always have had athstma too,arthritis in my spine & knees too.
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As time passed my condition worsened,and now I find it difficult to do things I once had little trouble doing as far as working on vehicles and chores around the house..
Since I did this manifold job I've passed blood again,my stomach and intestines have been wounded from years of using NSAID's to relieve pain,and I've had ulcers and ulcerative colitis...
I think I do OK for a guy in my condition..
But I'm unable to do it on a daily basis,or work a "real job"..
Now I'm worried I may end up needing surgery..
If you think those are "excuses",then I'm sorry..
And its not so much I "refuse" to learn how newer vehicles run using EFI and computers--I know their basics and could repair one IF I desired to own one,but I simply dont like trusting electronics in vehicles..
I see what my friend deals with on newer vehicles at his shop,it isn't always a simple "plug in the scanner and replace this sensor" repair..
More often it involves tearing a wiring harness apart to find a failed wire or short circuit,and it takes hours to diagnose and fine the problem..many vehicles he fixes that had wiring problems were "given up on" by several other garages before they got towed in to his place..
The older I get,the more I want "simple" and "easy to fix" again..and seeing how cramped modern engine compartments are,I have no desire to work on anything "newer"..too much complicated electronics for my liking..
I do not drive thousands of miles per year any more,so an older vehicle suits me fine...and most of the ones I now own or have owned,were already pretty rusty when I got them..a few I had that were in above average shape , I let sit too long and rot,but 90% of them needed at least rockers,floor patches and door bottoms before they would pass inspection..most anyone else would not have kept them as long as I have..
That's all I have to say..good day gents...not interested in arguing, or reading more insults pointed my way...life is too short,I have enough to deal with at home,dont need to get it online too..
I'll make you a deal. Swap me engines and you'll have a much easier time keeping your speed down to the legal limit. Win-win!
Well goody for you--If I were 37 again I wouldn't be having this much difficulty doing what should be a "simple" repair..
Ever hear the verse "Judge not--lest ye be judged "?..
Instead of being insulting,you could show a little compassion for a member who's older than you by 20+ years..
For your info my spine has been curved since birth,and has always been painful, and held me back as far as attaining my full potential--but that didn't keep me from working a lot of overtime when I was 37,taking a few trucks down to the frame and restoring them--and I always have had athstma too,arthritis in my spine & knees too.
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As time passed my condition worsened,and now I find it difficult to do things I once had little trouble doing as far as working on vehicles and chores around the house..
Since I did this manifold job I've passed blood again,my stomach and intestines have been wounded from years of using NSAID's to relieve pain,and I've had ulcers and ulcerative colitis...
I think I do OK for a guy in my condition..
But I'm unable to do it on a daily basis,or work a "real job"..
Now I'm worried I may end up needing surgery..
If you think those are "excuses",then I'm sorry..
And its not so much I "refuse" to learn how newer vehicles run using EFI and computers--I know their basics and could repair one IF I desired to own one,but I simply dont like trusting electronics in vehicles..
I see what my friend deals with on newer vehicles at his shop,it isn't always a simple "plug in the scanner and replace this sensor" repair..
More often it involves tearing a wiring harness apart to find a failed wire or short circuit,and it takes hours to diagnose and fine the problem..many vehicles he fixes that had wiring problems were "given up on" by several other garages before they got towed in to his place..
The older I get,the more I want "simple" and "easy to fix" again..and seeing how cramped modern engine compartments are,I have no desire to work on anything "newer"..too much complicated electronics for my liking..
I do not drive thousands of miles per year any more,so an older vehicle suits me fine...and most of the ones I now own or have owned,were already pretty rusty when I got them..a few I had that were in above average shape , I let sit too long and rot,but 90% of them needed at least rockers,floor patches and door bottoms before they would pass inspection..most anyone else would not have kept them as long as I have..
That's all I have to say..good day gents...not interested in arguing, or reading more insults pointed my way...life is too short,I have enough to deal with at home,dont need to get it online too..
I might have a little more compassion If I hadn't grown up around men like my Dad who has arthritis in his back , knees , and hands and who at 66 is still Logging and doing dirt work 12-18 hrs a day 6-7 days a week .
Or guys that I served with who were litterally blown up by IED's that have prostectic legs and arms yet still manage to do highly physical jobs everyday .
Or my friend Lee who is a paralyzed from the waist down, who managed to teach himself to pilot his plane again and owns and operates a bush flying service , a bed and breakfast and a general store in remote bush Alaska
And then there is Eric , many people with conditions similar to him commit suicide because they cannot bear the pain, Eric may not have a "normal" 9-5 job but he takes care of his kiddos and does a ton of side work.
And finally , Robs battle with cancer, still takes care of his boy and is building a ****ing business from scratch!!!
So I'm sorry that I'm not sorry for your problems (especially the self induced oncs) everyone faces adversity in life it's how you handle them that makes the difference.
Nailed it. I have challenges in life, but do not consider them worth mentioning when there are people who actually have serious issues and are still kicking my tail every single day. Those people have earned my utmost respect, and it's my life goal to be like them.
Buuuuut, what about towing camper and blazer?I'll make you a deal. Swap me engines and you'll have a much easier time keeping your speed down to the legal limit. Win-win!
I need to fix my speedo so I can get a truer sense for the mpg.. I guess mine will always be lower because I have hills everywhere.. and everyone of those require 2nd gear all the way down to about 40, whatever rpm that is with 33/3.73 465
Although that is a very cool add, I am going to attempt to tow both at the same time.
And still maintain 65mph............on flat ground.
And still maintain 65mph............on flat ground.
One of the reasons I want to keep my burb with its slightly larger tires. But nothing else.
My Jimmy with 37s a 700 and 4.56s got 16 to 17 on a regular basis.
My burb gets like I said 19.5 up and down hills. Most of which I can maintain a respectable speed up say 50. While the Jimmy would be down to 35. I also put it to the floor as soon as a hill starts.
This is all above 6000 ft
lol! I resemble that remark too!
lol Stereo!I've posted a few recordings of mine running.
Play these when you're falling asleep at night. Guaranteed to induce mechanical dreams or your money back!
I must be a freak too.. 6'4
