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164 messages, Last post on May 08, 2009 at 11:27 AM
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I just got back from a 3,400 mi. road trip out west. Wisconsin to Utah. Best mileage we got was 27 mpg with a tail wind on the way out. Worst was 24.9 coming back, into a head wind. This was accomplished going the speed limit, generally around 65 mph and using only non-ethanol gas. Excellent ride. Very comfortable. No problems with the trip, at all. The worst tankful was around 23 mpg but I suspect that fuel was mislabeled and I wound up putting the ethanol garbage in unknowingly. It is interesting that in the biggest corn growing states, Iowa and Nebraska, you get a choice of whether to buy the inferior fuel but here in good old Badgerland we are forced to use only ethanol. No options. (Somebody is obviously getting some $$$ under the table around here.) But that's another subject for another discussion board. 24K mi. on the vehicle now and it's still a great car. No complaints.
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Replying to: mjb56 (May 25, 2008 5:43 pm) My tires are inflated to 35 psi all around and of course this helps somewhat with fuel efficiency, tire life and overall handling. This machine is so smooth and quiet it's kind of boring to drive. The engine and transmission are smoother than in my last Cadillac STS. Great piece of equipment...Keep it up Hyundai... R M H
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Replying to: rmhockman (May 23, 2008 11:02 am) Just recieved the KN filter, but will try the reg air filter first along with some manual recording of MPG. |
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Replying to: rmhockman (May 26, 2008 4:24 am)
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Replying to: doctorsti (May 31, 2008 7:07 pm)
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Replying to: lmf4159 (Jun 01, 2008 11:50 am) The fact that you can go longer between oil changes makes that cost alone about at break even. Then there are the benefits of synthetic over conventional. Improved gas mileage is only one. A better running and longer life engine really adds value to your vehicle. This is particularly true if you intend to keep it beyond 100,000 miles or just don't want warranty hassles if there are engine problems. The document called "The Motor Oil Bible" (check it out online) goes into great detail describing the benefits of synthetic oil and does a comprehensive analysis of most available oils (conventional, blends and full synthethic) so you can do an intelegent job of selecting what's right for you. PS: My last tank averaged 25 mpg.  ">
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Replying to: 1trulove (Jun 03, 2008 7:39 am) I bet the Hyundai's sold in Europe have a 10,000 mile factory recommended interval, since that seems to be the norm over there. Anyone from the EU know? Lots more in the Engine Oil - A slippery subject Part 2 discussion. |
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Steve, or anyone else interested, try this source for the mother load of motor oil info: motoroilbible.com/
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Replying to: 1trulove (Jun 05, 2008 5:17 am) I do my own oil changes but it's a chore for me, not something I look forward too. I get what's on sale at NAPA or Wal-Mart and go by the manufacturer recommendation (frequently sliding a 1,000 miles or more, especially if the weather is chilly). I drive them forever but I don't care to spend the $20 on an oil analysis either - it's just a daily driver, not a F1 racecar. My cars cranked fine in Anchorage living outside for 20 winters too, so I don't much buy into the easier start claims of synthetic either. If it's that cold, use a block heater. Ah, but "we" digress (ok, me  ) - anyone checking their mpg?
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