Some years back I took a trip in my 1967 Sprite. It had a stock 1275 and I
got 30 mpg at 55 MPH. When I ran at 70 MPH it got 38 mpg. Obviously the
power curve/optimum flow rate was the higher rpm. The whole thought here is
that anyone who changes gear ratios for better economy might double check
which way to gear!!
----- Original Message -----
From Larry Macy <macy at bblmail.psycha.upenn.edu>
To: Ron Soave <soavero@yahoo.com>; Spridgets list <spridgets@autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2000 7:52 AM
Subject: Re: Great American Gas Out (LBC? Maybe....)
One time I got 35 MPG on the trip down the Blue Ridge with a full load of
camping stuff and 2 persons. With a seven gallon tank = ~240 miles. Might
be some kinda record for me. Usually can go about 3 hrs on the highway
before I need gas/butt rest stop. That is an average of approx 180 mi.
for those that are mathematically challenged. ;-)
Larry
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