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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 03:55 PM
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How to boost fuel economy

I got a 2011 4.6L Tundra, I'm not worried about loosing HP but id like to know if there is a way to squeeze an extra MPG or two out of my truck without major mods or breaking the bank?

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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 04:40 PM
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Be light on the throttle, try to time the traffic lights so you don't have to stop. The biggest improvements will come from the driver

http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/drive.shtml
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Old May 18, 2011 | 07:17 AM
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Agree with corax, either that or buy a Prius! lol
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Old May 18, 2011 | 07:32 AM
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keep the weight down

install a vacuum gauge and keep it low
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Old Jun 8, 2011 | 11:40 AM
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Lay off the gas pedal and slowly accelerate. Ease off the gas on downhills and don't hit the gas on uphills. I guess the best way would be to put a bio-diesel engine in it. By not accelerating too fast, you should save some gas and keep the rpms down. Or you could put it on a flatbed trailer and pull it. The Tundra would get great gas mileage, your tow vehicle wouldn't.

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Old Jun 8, 2011 | 01:34 PM
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Keep your tires inflated 2 proper psi when driving in the streets or highway
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Old Jun 8, 2011 | 06:03 PM
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Originally Posted by YOTAZOMBIE
Keep your tires inflated 2 proper psi when driving in the streets or highway
. . . or inflate them 5-8 psi over the label on the door jamb (not tire sidewall) to reduce rolling resistance, but expect a slightly bumpier ride
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Old Jun 11, 2011 | 03:16 PM
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I drive mine like a grandma going to Sunday church, and get 13.8mpg.

I do have an O2 sensor that is out, but don't think mpg will go up much when it is replaced.

I do love the towing capacity, and the ease of T-belt replacement.
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Old Apr 10, 2012 | 07:02 PM
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Wouldn't hurt to adjust the valves.
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Old Apr 10, 2012 | 07:05 PM
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install a vacuum gauge and keep it low
You mean high right? Higher vacuum is better mpgs as far is I know.
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