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Z31 300ZX(T) 1984-1989 Zs - Engine and Chassis Discussion

       
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Old Jun 22nd, 2004, 06:55 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Rotten Gas Mileage - 86 300ZX NA - HELP!!

I have an '86 300zx NA. New NGK plugs and wires, 5Zigen muffler, Weapon R Ram Air kit. I am averaging about 10-12 mpg on the street, 23+ freeway. I like to punch it from light to light, but nowhere near enough to qualify me for that sh***y mileage. Any suggestions? Any questions? I'd be glad to answer them and get some improvement ideas. I'm switching out my MAF next week (rough idle at startup). All comments welcome.
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Old Jun 23rd, 2004, 06:03 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Check timing. Also check the o2 sensor , that one has the biggest effect on fuel mileage. It's basically impossible to test without a guage , you might as well just replace it , it's not that expensive. Kinda a pain to get to though , at least on the turbo cars.
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Old Jun 25th, 2004, 12:10 AM   #3 (permalink)
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thanks. just ordered one from motorsport auto. I'll let you know how it turns out.
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Old Jun 25th, 2004, 09:32 PM   #4 (permalink)
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pull the hose that connects to the throtle body off the throttle body and see if you have a bunch of gunk built up there- use a little brake cleaner to get it out. That may help gas milage some and will help throttle response.
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