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1Gen-TundraGeneral discussion forum for the 2000 to 2006 Toyota Tundra.
This is a discussion thread titled "Better MPG? intakes and exhausts", within the 1Gen-Tundra forum, part of the Truck Forums category.
this $5 a gallon business is killing me..anyone have recommendations on improving my MPG? I've talked to some friends recommending cold air intakes and a new exhaust system. I'm getting about 15 mpg around the city, slightly better on the Hwy. Any advice? I'm not too concerned about how good an exhaust sounds, i'm just looking to save money on gas in the longterm. thanks for your help!
It's a given. Don't fight it! Sorry. The Tundra gets what it gets & you can't make it better in the mpg dept. Stock, stock size tires, clean air filter & clean throttle body. Don't waste your money on CAI or exhaust unless you just want the enjoyment of listening to it.
It's a given. Don't fight it! Sorry. The Tundra gets what it gets & you can't make it better in the mpg dept. Stock, stock size tires, clean air filter & clean throttle body. Don't waste your money on CAI or exhaust unless you just want the enjoyment of listening to it.
Don't forget, correct tire pressure, well lubed drivetrain and powertrain components and new spark plugs for the higher mileage tundras. Oh, and clean the MAF sensor.
Taken from another angle, planning routes to do many errands at once...it seems trivial but it makes a difference when can cut out trips. Even a little thought into the route taken during a single trip to minimize mileage, or perhaps avoid rush hour and the extra run time on the engine....
If you have access to a SCANGAUGE II, get a hold of it. It will show you Instant Mileage and TODAY's Mileage. You can then adjust your driving style while monitoring your mileage and learn how to gain 1 or 2 mpg. I went from 15 to 17mpg with my 06 Tundra 4X4 thanks to the Scangauge. Nothing to brag about but significant nonetheless.
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List of mods ( growing Daily ): L.E.D.s inside , Camper Shell with inside lights, Back up sensors and Camera , Subwoofer and Amp , Scangauge II , Hellwig Rear Bar , Billet Rear windows hinges, K&N Air Intake , Heated Seats, Tailgate assist bar, Westin Bull Bar and Skid Plate, Under hood lights, 1.25" Spidertrax spacers in Front, 1.50 " wheeladapter spacers in back, Ultimate window tint.
Every time you touch the brakes, it cost you MPG. Drive with the accelerator, not the brakes.....And leave the cruise control off.
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2002 Tundra V8 4X4 Access Cab
Truetrac limited slip / 265/75R16 LR "E" Revo's
Rancho 9000 Shocks / Firestone RideRite Airbags
Warn Trans4ormer Bumper & Winch
Speedliner / 1.25" Wheel Spacers
Tow a Woodmizer LT40 Super Hd Sawmill when working
Haul an Outfitter Apex-8 Truck Camper when playing
Every time you touch the brakes, it cost you MPG. Drive with the accelerator, not the brakes.....And leave the cruise control off.
I've heard this said a number of times. It seems to be an awkward and slightly misleading statement. Using the brakes obviously costs nothing, it's the unnecessary acceleration before braking that is costing MPG.
If you're touching the brakes that means you are not on the gas, therefore you are getting the best MPG at this point.
this $5 a gallon business is killing me..anyone have recommendations on improving my MPG? I've talked to some friends recommending cold air intakes and a new exhaust system. I'm getting about 15 mpg around the city, slightly better on the Hwy. Any advice? I'm not too concerned about how good an exhaust sounds, i'm just looking to save money on gas in the longterm. thanks for your help!
Yep, these trucks just get what they get and that's it, other than proper maintenance and driving habits there is not much else to do. Actually if you are getting 15 MPG in the city you are doing pretty good already IMO, about all my 05 4x4 will get in the city is 10 - 12 MPG
I've heard this said a number of times. It seems to be an awkward and slightly misleading statement. Using the brakes obviously costs nothing, it's the unnecessary acceleration before braking that is costing MPG.
If you're touching the brakes that means you are not on the gas, therefore you are getting the best MPG at this point.
I think the point your missing is that by braking you costing yourself forward momentum. So instead of riding the gas right up to the stop sign then braking, you let off the gas as early as possible and coast. I have gotten as high as 17.4 combo driving but it is no fun and I could never do it for long. When fuel gets to ten dollars a gallon I will change my driving habits.
__________________ At least they have circled the problem.
stock setup is best unless dealer will install filters etc and warrenty engine MAP sens etc have issues with mods, best advice is Mobil 1 syn oil or equivalent for about a 2% increase better tires and a bit higher air pressure may help OH U live with reformulated crap gas forget it live with it buy a corolla.
I just came back at 21 mpg from mo to towing a small boat to reformulated gas an 14 mpg your gas is the crap type like mine nothing helps
Switch to synthetic gear oil in Fr & Rr diffs & Transfercase. Run synthetic engine oil as well. Drive with your tailgate up and make sure your tires are properly inflated. Coast when possible.
I've heard this said a number of times. It seems to be an awkward and slightly misleading statement. Using the brakes obviously costs nothing, it's the unnecessary acceleration before braking that is costing MPG.
If you're touching the brakes that means you are not on the gas, therefore you are getting the best MPG at this point.
The point about not using the brakes is that braking is often a sign of not planning ahead. What's the point of goosing it just to wait at the next stop light/sign? Don't tailgate and watch vehicles in front of you and let off the gas whenever their brake lights come on. I have a 34 mile commute each way on mountain roads and a long downhill into town at each end. I not only try to coast it, but I slow down in advance to keep my speed from getting excessive. I also drop back from vehicles in front of me as they ride their brakes down the hill which means they (and I) will have to get back into the gas sooner on the flats.
Avoiding the brakes simply means planning ahead.
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2003 Tundra Access Cab SR5 V8 4X4
RAPS, C.R. Lawrence Slider Rear Window from Yipes!, Hellwig Rear Anti-sway Bar, ASA TRS alloys, 265/70-16 Firestone Destination AT tires, debadged doors, ARE MX series cap, WeatherTech front floor mats, Scanguage II gauge & code scanner
The point about not using the brakes is that braking is often a sign of not planning ahead. What's the point of goosing it just to wait at the next stop light/sign? Don't tailgate and watch vehicles in front of you and let off the gas whenever their brake lights come on. I have a 34 mile commute each way on mountain roads and a long downhill into town at each end. I not only try to coast it, but I slow down in advance to keep my speed from getting excessive. I also drop back from vehicles in front of me as they ride their brakes down the hill which means they (and I) will have to get back into the gas sooner on the flats.
Avoiding the brakes simply means planning ahead.
Precisely! Using the brakes has nothing to do with gas mileage
Better MPG? intakes and exhausts
At least they have circled the problem.
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