Author Topic: Gov. Mod. = better mileage???  (Read 2113 times)

September 30, 2006, 02:58:28 pm

bryanbryan89x

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Gov. Mod. = better mileage???
« on: September 30, 2006, 02:58:28 pm »
Well, a month ago I did the govenor modification to my 1.6 na.  I removed the intermediate spring, and pre loaded the main spring.  I had my max fuel screw turned out quite a ways, so in order for the rpms to fall back down I had to screw it in some.  It's not much faster compared to my old set up, but it was still noticeable.  But the most interesting thing is that I get 3mpg better now.  My driving habit is the same 70 mph/70 miles a day.  Does anyone else notice this, or am I just crazy?
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Reply #1September 30, 2006, 03:11:12 pm

jtanguay

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Gov. Mod. = better mileage???
« Reply #1 on: September 30, 2006, 03:11:12 pm »
it could be because extra fuel at lower rpm's.  more power at lower rpm's means better economy (high rpm drinks fuel)


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