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#5262 of 5279 Re: 99 Camry Issues [smile1017] by 210delray Aug 10, 2006 (1:06 pm)
Replying to: smile1017 (Aug 10, 2006 11:44 am) Well, good to hear all is (relatively) well.   As long as you keep to a regular oil change schedule, you won't have sludge problems. Plus you've gone 117K miles already, so it won't rear its head.
#5263 of 5279 Re: 99 Camry Issues [suydam] by psciortino Aug 10, 2006 (4:51 pm)
Replying to: suydam (Aug 09, 2006 5:54 am) We have a '99, 4cyl Camry. On 2 trips up the east coast from Florida we averaged 41 and 42 mpg on the highway. I keep the car maintained, use cruise control and limit my speed to 60mph. It's less stressful (for me) to drive 60mph compared to 80mph. Most cars pass me. Considering the great amount of construction on highway 95, 60 mph or as little as 50 mph is the allowed upper speed limit. Try it! Your budget will love it. Replies to this message: ray_h1 (Aug 11, 2006 8:24 am) smile1017 (Aug 11, 2006 9:47 am) psciortino (Aug 11, 2006 11:38 am)
#5264 of 5279 Re: 99 Camry Issues [psciortino] by ray_h1 Aug 11, 2006 (8:24 am)
Replying to: psciortino (Aug 10, 2006 4:51 pm) I don't doubt you're achieving the fuel economy you claim. I'm amazed, though, that faster drivers aren't trying to run you into a ditch. Seems over the past five years, the speed demons who feel it's some inalienable right to flaunt posted speed limits, take aim on compliant motorists - even when they're minding their own business in the right lane.
#5265 of 5279 Re: 99 Camry Issues [210delray] by toyoman1 Aug 11, 2006 (8:30 am)
Replying to: 210delray (Aug 10, 2006 7:06 am) I checked the papers from the glove box because it was bothering me. LOL 210 Delray was right it was my Valve Cover Gasket. It only took about 3 hours
#5266 of 5279 Re: 99 Camry Issues [psciortino] by smile1017 Aug 11, 2006 (9:47 am)
Replying to: psciortino (Aug 10, 2006 4:51 pm) I doubt that too. The highest I have gotten my 99 camry is about 33 mpg and that was because I was driving with the rigs from where I live (45 east of LA) to El Paso in March when it's not too hot and the rigs are going 70. I don't like going much above 75 and people (mostly other rigs) were trying to run me over. You may want to double check that or rethink your driving strategy due to safety.   How many miles do you have on your car? Replies to this message: psciortino (Aug 11, 2006 11:38 am)
#5267 of 5279 Re: 99 Camry Issues [smile1017] by psciortino Aug 11, 2006 (11:38 am)
Replying to: smile1017 (Aug 11, 2006 9:47 am) smile1017:   The 99 Camry has 69,000 miles. We bought it new. Safety: I've driven 55 years, had 1 speeding ticket, caused no accidents that I'm aware of, and have been been in 2 very minor accidents caused by someone else. I have driven cars, trucks and a school bus. I do stay in the right lane, mind my own business and do not get excited when given the finger.
#5268 of 5279 Re: 99 Camry Issues [smile1017] by jander111 Aug 11, 2006 (9:23 pm)
Replying to: smile1017 (Aug 10, 2006 11:44 am) For a Camry 4-cylinder, do not waste money on 91, regular 87 is the one to use. For a V6, I heard someone claim it gets 5 or so more horsepower by using 91 but I don't feel any difference -- HP or MPG-wise.   When you check you MPG later, try this: 1. Fill up. 2. Reset the trip meter. (A or B, either one. I use A to calculate MPG, and B to remind me oil change.) 3. Next time fill up, let the pump turn off by itself and obtain a receipt. 4. Write down the number of miles shown on the trip meter. 5. Miles divide by the gallons on your receipt. This is your MPG. 6. Repeat 2 - 5 to get your next MPG.   Simple but I know too many people calculate their mpg the wrong way.   Good luck with your repair. Replies to this message: smile1017 (Aug 14, 2006 12:44 pm)
#5271 of 5279 Re: 99 Camry Issues [jander111] by smile1017 Aug 14, 2006 (12:44 pm)
Replying to: jander111 (Aug 11, 2006 9:23 pm) I have been calculating my MPG the way you mentioned above for years. That is not the problem, but I think the new mechanic is right. I may have been testing the difference during the break in period, which may have cause different mileage feedback due to other reasons that just the gas.   Just got a call regarding the repairs. They're going smoothly and will have a good chance of getting the car back tomorrow. I have been driving my husband's Tundra for the past three days - what a gas guzzler!!

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