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4.2 RECODE FOR BETTER MPG?

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Old 05-28-2008, 10:25 AM
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Default 4.2 RECODE FOR BETTER MPG?

Would anyone know if the 4.2 can be recoded so as to improve mpg??
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Old 05-29-2008, 12:44 PM
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Default RE: 4.2 RECODE FOR BETTER MPG?

bump.. I'd like to know the answer to this one too
 
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Old 05-30-2008, 05:15 AM
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I think this is like the econ button on some of the new V8s. I would say you would be better off getting a chip and exhaust. Performance chips for the N/A cars let them run leaner to make more power The result is better performance and gas mileage
 
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Old 05-30-2008, 09:25 AM
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I am contemplating an LPG (propane) conversion. LPG is now about $3.50 a gallon. now I have to research what kind of MPG I might get with it, + cost of conversion. BENG
 
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Old 05-30-2008, 03:46 PM
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I was also thinking about this the other day. I think they are about the same gas might have a slight edge. But considering most industrial machines use it (hilo & other weight equivalent things) I would say it could be a good shot. Either way you may still need to fine tune the electronics of the car
 
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Old 05-30-2008, 06:56 PM
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Default RE: 4.2 RECODE FOR BETTER MPG?

A gallon of propane has ~27%fewer BTUsthan a gallon of gasoline.
 
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Old 05-31-2008, 08:13 PM
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4.2 likes gas.... A LOT
 
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