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jackka · 07-07-2010, 05:20 PM

Hi,

I'm picking up my 2LT next monday and I was considering some future mods for the car(CAI, axleback, longtube headers, maybe even a turbo in a distant future

).

I thought I'd start a thread about V6 mods and MPG differences since I am very interested in mods that help with mileage.

I know that most CAIs, and performance exhausts add some mileage.
I think SCRMN had mentioned that his MRT 1.0 had given him a few extra mpg(I think it was 3?).

If you have a mod and you've noticed a mpg increase, feel free to post the BRAND and MOD that you got, along with the INCREASE IN MPG here so that everyone can see which ones help the most.

Nutbutt · 07-07-2010, 05:28 PM

Got about 3 MPG after install of both SOLO performance cat back exhaust and Injen CAI. The only problem with the great sound that the mods give I really want to jump on the gas !

There goes all the gain !

Hupperware · 07-07-2010, 05:29 PM

3 MPG is roughly $100 per year savings. You have to compare that to the mod. For the MRT 1.0 it would take you 4 years to make up for what you spend.

Transfusion · 07-07-2010, 05:55 PM

Michael Savage was just advertising the Platinum Fuel Saver, don't ask cause I don't know what it is, just supposed to be like having another quarter tank of gas. Would I use it, probably not.

jackka · 07-07-2010, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hupperware

3 MPG is roughly $100 per year savings. You have to compare that to the mod. For the MRT 1.0 it would take you 4 years to make up for what you spend.

Yes, but the great sound and added power starts immediately after installation

BOULI306 · 07-07-2010, 08:28 PM

Put a small piece of wood underneath the throttle???

rgirocz28 · 07-07-2010, 08:47 PM

Lighter shoes LOL

BOULI306 · 07-07-2010, 08:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgirocz28

Lighter shoes LOL

How is the Barton shifter? I just ordered one!!

youngkim · 07-08-2010, 12:10 AM

hmmm ur thinking about turbo and want to get better gas mileage? turbo = 91 or higher octance = more money and worse gas mileage btw in case you didn't know

trudawg660 · 07-08-2010, 12:25 AM

if your not "in boost" your not losing MPG. all depends on ur driving

rgirocz28 · 07-08-2010, 12:27 AM

I absolutely love it. The install was so easy, instructions were great and the fit and finish are top notch. It really is a great upgrade that can't be beat for the price.

Ryan

Quote:

Originally Posted by BOULI306

How is the Barton shifter? I just ordered one!!

Nutbutt · 07-08-2010, 07:12 PM

And the Barton guys are great to work with !

redman · 07-09-2010, 05:19 AM

The SLP catalog has a claim of better mileage by using their drop springs. They say the lower ride height decreases the frontal area and reduces drag. They tested the springs on a V-6 and got an increase of about 4 MPG.

Revo1 · 07-09-2010, 05:29 AM

Not really any dependable eco-boosters that I'm aware of... You're already gettin the sixer, that's eco-boost enough IMO

07-07-2010, 05:20 PM	#1
jackka Drives: 2011 Black/Black 2LT/RS M6 w/Sroof Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: FT. Rucker, Alabama, the home of Army Aviation! Posts: 200	Best MPG boosting mods Hi, I'm picking up my 2LT next monday and I was considering some future mods for the car(CAI, axleback, longtube headers, maybe even a turbo in a distant future ). I thought I'd start a thread about V6 mods and MPG differences since I am very interested in mods that help with mileage. I know that most CAIs, and performance exhausts add some mileage. I think SCRMN had mentioned that his MRT 1.0 had given him a few extra mpg(I think it was 3?). If you have a mod and you've noticed a mpg increase, feel free to post the BRAND and MOD that you got, along with the INCREASE IN MPG here so that everyone can see which ones help the most.

07-07-2010, 05:28 PM	#2
Nutbutt Drives: 2011 RJT 2LT/RS Convertible Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Western Massachusetts Posts: 3,381 View My Garage	Got about 3 MPG after install of both SOLO performance cat back exhaust and Injen CAI. The only problem with the great sound that the mods give I really want to jump on the gas ! There goes all the gain ! __________________ 1st IPF Supercharged 2011 2LT/RS RJT Convertible

07-07-2010, 08:47 PM	#7
rgirocz28 She's finally home Drives: 2010 2SS/RS 6M Camaro VR Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Central Valley CA Posts: 56 View My Garage	Lighter shoes LOL __________________ 2010 Chevy Camaro 2SS/RS Victory Red w/Silver rally stripes; LS3 w/6 speed manual, Grey Leather interior Mods to date: Barton Short Throw Shifter, Solo Performance Mach X Catback system, ****** Box and Amp Rack (actual sub and amp coming soon), C5 Creations Stretch Bra On the wish list for 2011:** CAI system, 12" Kicker sub, 1000 watt amp, Hawk's Ceramic Brake pads VIN: 2G1FT1EW3A9185732 Status 1100: Ordered Nov 11th, 2009 Status 3800: Car Built 1/26/10 Status 5000: Delivered to Dealer 2/2/10 Status 6000: Delivered to Customer 2/3/10

07-08-2010, 07:12 PM	#12
Nutbutt Drives: 2011 RJT 2LT/RS Convertible Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Western Massachusetts Posts: 3,381 View My Garage	And the Barton guys are great to work with ! __________________ 1st IPF Supercharged 2011 2LT/RS RJT Convertible

07-09-2010, 05:29 AM	#14
Revo1 Don't Like it? Suggit. Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 14,832 View My Garage	Not really any dependable eco-boosters that I'm aware of... You're already gettin the sixer, that's eco-boost enough IMO __________________ "Tops off, tach up baby- loud and proud!" A Camaro lover from day one- 1996 3.8 V6 Camaro, to 1996 5.7 LT1 Camaro Z28, to the sold 2002 5.7 LS1 Camaro SS, and NOW, a [I]6.2 L99 VR 2SS/RS: XS Power stainless full exhaust, Airaid CAI, BMR drop springs and sways, custom tune by Cal Speed- 411rwhp

07-07-2010, 05:29 PM	#3
Hupperware Drives: 2010 Synergy Green Metallic 1LT Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 104	3 MPG is roughly $100 per year savings. You have to compare that to the mod. For the MRT 1.0 it would take you 4 years to make up for what you spend.

07-07-2010, 05:55 PM	#4
Transfusion Drives: 1SS Summit White Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: http://www.vietnamwomensmemorial.org Posts: 685	Michael Savage was just advertising the Platinum Fuel Saver, don't ask cause I don't know what it is, just supposed to be like having another quarter tank of gas. Would I use it, probably not.

07-07-2010, 08:28 PM	#6
BOULI306 Drives: 2011 CGM 2LT/RS black stripes Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tucson Posts: 137	Put a small piece of wood underneath the throttle???

07-08-2010, 12:10 AM	#9
youngkim Drives: 2010 blk camaro Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: md Posts: 179	hmmm ur thinking about turbo and want to get better gas mileage? turbo = 91 or higher octance = more money and worse gas mileage btw in case you didn't know

07-08-2010, 12:25 AM	#10
trudawg660 Drives: 2006 Dodge Charger / 2SS IOM Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,640	if your not "in boost" your not losing MPG. all depends on ur driving

07-09-2010, 05:19 AM	#13
redman Drives: 18 2SS Vert Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: mi Posts: 81	The SLP catalog has a claim of better mileage by using their drop springs. They say the lower ride height decreases the frontal area and reduces drag. They tested the springs on a V-6 and got an increase of about 4 MPG.

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