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Old 08-15-2008, 12:36 PM
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Maxum 101 (and others)

I'm wanting more power also. Currently, with this engine, I have 400 @ the wheels. So, the numbers I have in mind is apx. 550 to the ground or 600 + at the flywheel. What I would like to bring to attention on this thread is, yes, high HP/TQ is just plain kick in the pants fun, and like I said, wanting more.

But, how much do we want to suffer in gas mileage vs the power we crave ?

I get apx. between 10-16 mpg city/hwy, depending on how much fun I have with the throttle.

With you guys having the 482 cu. or so, and having say,....500 + RWHP, how is your mileage ? (please be honest)

If it drops down to 8 mpg, I would have more serious thinking to do.

Maxum 101- have you thought about this issue too ?
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