Just wondering what you guys get in milage with the 4.9L I-6 i get an even 13 city driving and 14 if i really keep off the gas and about 11.5 pulling a load


also is there any chance of me getting any better milage? it doesnt bother me that much but its always nice to save money

 

BTW i have the mazda 4spd w/ od

 

That is very low. My 96 300 w/E4OD delivered 14 in town and 19 highway with 3.08 gears. With the 3.73s it delivers 16 everywhere.

 

I have 3.31 gears... is your truck mostley stock? what is it i can do to get what you get in milage

 

The only non-stock items in my powertrain are the Catco 9513 high-flow converter and the 2.5" FM 70 catback. They made no appreciable difference in mileage.

There's no secret to improving mileage. Do a complete tune-up. Make sure your tires are properly inflated. Have your catalytic converter checked for clogging, if you have to replace it go with a high-flow. If your front 2 HEGO sensors have over 80K miles on them, you may need to replace them. They deteriorate over time. Put synthetic lube in your diff and tranny, it can make a difference.

For highway driving, a tonneau cover raised my mileage from 16 to 18. It makes no difference around town.

Other than that it's driving habits. When on the highway, use cruise control wherever possble. If you're really concerned about mileage install a manifold vacuum gage and drive to always keep it in the green.

 

i average about 15-16 and on long trips best i got once was 21mpg an that was going 50 the whole way(icey roads).

 

i get between 12 and 14.