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Old 04-28-2011, 02:34 PM   #36
T and C
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Originally Posted by PopBeavers View Post
When driving my truck around town and to work and back with just me in it and no cargo gets 13.5 mpg if I am very careful.

At 6,300 pounds I don't think it matters if the gas tank is full or empty.

I don't think there is anything I can do except keep the tires inflated on the high side of specifications, contributing to a stiffer ride.

The additional truck that we add for camping trips gets the same mileage for the same reasons.

For our camping style I have no alternatives.

I'll trade gas bills with you any day.
Last Sunday I towed the 3023 from OC CA to Morgan Hill, near San Jose, CA. Distance is about 400 miles. I towed at 55 mph mostly on cruise control. My mileage according to the truck computer was 15.8. I can't complain.

I can sure see why Wayne likes this place. Its absolutely gorgeous this time of year. Now if I could only get people to stop screaming at me when they see my NRA sticker.

Tom
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