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Oscar The Grouch,Nov 18 2005, 09:39 AM Wrote:

ZTS_DJ,Nov 17 2005, 07:36 PM Wrote:hey guys 2 days ago i filled up my tank, and today its at halff a tank. what should i do to boost up my fuel economy, fuel stabilizer or a fuel injector cleaner
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High output audio systems can put a massive drain on the alternator and fuel economy. Unplug the system and you may see some improvement. (This item is debatable)

Install a UDP. That will surely help in the fuel economy department.

Make sure your plug wires and plugs are running good. Replace them if they're bad with Motorcraft plugs and wires (or any good wires like Screamin Demon coil and livewires).
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He doesn't need fancy wires to fix the problem. A simple wire test will do. The stock plugs and OEM replacement 8mm wires are a great match for a stock car and will yield the expected performance and economy needed.

UDP? What will that do for mileage if he has engine issues? This should only be considered after addressing the core issues of parts and performance at stock levels. It may add some kick to his engine, but if it's not right then we've just swept the issues under the rug.

Unplug the stereo? You're kidding, right? You'd have to be driving around with the system pouding at high levels 24/7 to cause that kind of mileage deficiency, or have speaker boxes made of lead and concrete.

I haven't talked about the rest because you're correct on those points.

And as for earlier, I don't see what NOT logging fuel usage between fill-ups will do to help the guy.

That's like going into the doctor's office and going "My leg hurts."

"When does it hurt and how much? How does it feel?"

"It hurts... sometimes, and sometimes it doesn't. I don't know."

See what I mean? Ford will ask the same questions. At least the numbers will let you do quick math to see what your consumption is and what your fuel economy is.