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#279 of 282 Re: MDS Light on when working?? [stanoski] by majefski May 31, 2009 (6:55 am)
Replying to: stanoski (May 31, 2009 4:33 am) If you're really that concerned with mileage, I'm not sure you'll ever really break even on the computer or the exhaust. I put on the exhaust primarily for the sound of it, and the programmer for the HP boost. If you go with exhaust, please heed this warning. I first had my exhaust dumped behind the cab, and figured out real fast that it was a mistake. I loved it on my F150, and it was great in 8 cyl mode...but when the MDS kicked on in the Dodge, it felt like the cab was vibrating apart, and sounded like a big rig with his exhaust brake on. I went with a Flowmaster 40 and had them run the pipes all the way out the back. Now an hear when MDS turns on and it's not obnoxious. I also noticed that on my 06 Ram, it specifically says not to run anything less than 89 in it. I have been running 93 in it since day one. if you run a low-grade octane, the engine computer has to compensate in such a way that you lose HP, efficiency, and could end up with engine deposits over time with the cooler burning fuel. I realize that higher grade fuel costs more, but it has the ability to give higher MPG also. Remember, the higher octane you run, the less your engine has to work to hold you at speed (because your engine is now producing more power). This translates into lighter pedal pressure, which means your MDS stays on longer. Is it cheaper? Who knows... I pay more for gas, and I get more MPG... All I know is that I like my numbers. Also, 93 octane was easier to get during the hurricane than 87 was. It was hard to tell if the programmer did anything for mileage, because I added the programmer and a new very aggressive set of A/T tires on almost at the same time. So, I'm sure the tires hurt my MPG, and the programmer probably helped a little. I'm running about the same mileage I was before the programmer and tire change. I should also point out that my Ram is 2WD. I will say for the programmer though... WOW!!! The throttle response was great. I'm still a little unsure of the shifting though. It felt a little strange to me at first, then a new program was introduced which made shifting a bit more pleasant. At full throttle, I can get 2nd gear chirps with those new heavier meaty tires. I would've melted my stock tires.
#280 of 282 Re: 2009 Ram SLT 4x4 1500 with a HEMI [mek0123] by alansteven Jun 27, 2009 (11:15 pm)
Replying to: mek0123 (Apr 29, 2009 10:09 pm) hi.. i own a Ram 1500 4.7 Quad cab ,black,( 2002) I live in Kent U.K...it`s impressive results from the new Ram...although the difference in engine size ,I get a regular economy figure of 18-20mpg,with 3-5 passengers. I think U.K.gallons are measured slightly larger than U.S. gallons but as the Ram is a direct import I think it still is configured to U.S. gallons making it even more impressive. I also have a fibre cover that also adds to economy.What with build quality and being very reliable,with easy importable spares, I can order spares on the phone and they normally arrive in two working days,and forums like this ,owning an American car in the U.K. is a better deal than a "British car" (do we still have any?).I owned a import Ford Explorer for 10 yrs before,and it did not let me down once in 175000.00.miles..
#281 of 282 2009 RAM Quad 4x4 Gas Mileage by morganv Sep 26, 2009 (10:40 am)
wE finally traded in our 2003 RAM in january for a 2009 same thing except this ones a 4x4 laramie. we just turned 14,000 after 9 months and already we can see this trucks doing better than the 03. around town i'm averaging 16-17 with some weeks getting in the high 17s. weve taken it on several road trips and averaged 22.4 on the last trip of 635 miles. thats driving between 65-75 mph by the way. on one trip pulling a single horse trailer i got 19.2 on country roads. the 2003 best was just over 20 on the highway. this 2009 is one sweet truck. it rides better than any of our ford or lincoln cars and handles better too. if we didn't need a one ton truck on the farm wed buy another 1500!!! Replies to this message: alansteven (Sep 27, 2009 10:21 pm)
#282 of 282 Re: 2009 RAM Quad 4x4 Gas Mileage [morganv] by alansteven Sep 27, 2009 (10:21 pm)
Replying to: morganv (Sep 26, 2009 10:40 am) I run a 1500spt..2002..4.7..as a rule I normally get around 14mpg around town and about 18-20mpg on a run.that does sound very impressive ..with gas in the U.K. at approx $10.00 a gallon it would be a good idea to upgrade..luckily my annual mileage is only 9,000mls..the reliability and build quality of U.S. motors make buying them a good option over rice burners(am I allowed to say that.?)....

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