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Mileage Drop

04-16-2003, 11:34 AM

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Parshal

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Mileage Drop

It looks like my mileage is getting worseBefore I added the EZ I was getting around 17.5 mpg with no load and combination driving. After adding the EZ (3000 miles ago, I added it at 17k) I was averaging 18.7 mpg with combination driving with no load. My last three tanks with no load have been 16.87, 16.5 and 17.8 mpg. I raised my trailer before towing with the EZ so I can't make a good comparison when I towed without the EZ but mileage seems to have dropped there, too. I think I'm going to remove the EZ and drive for a few tanks and see where the mileage is. My driving habits have not changed.

Anybody have any suggestions as to where I should begin looking? It has been a rather abrupt change in mileage. I already hear the dealer's reasons now!

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'03 2500 HD Quad Cab, SO, 5-speed
Atlantic Pearl Blue
Westach Combo Gauge, Pre Turbo
57,000 miles so far

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