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11-19-2012, 06:31 AM
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87300td getting terrible fuel mileage
It's not the most scientific but using the old gallons divided by miles driven method I seem to be only getting about 21-22 mpg. I don't know if it would contribute to the problem but I've had very very bad glow plugs in the car until this week when I changed them. As my temp runs well below the mid point unless I'm PUSHING it, it's been suggested that perhaps the thermostat is stuck open and not allowing the car to get up to a temp that will facilitate full burn. But otherwise the car seems to run REALLY well, strong pull, not too much smoke. I have correct sized tires that are up to pressure. I guess it could be anything but any other big suspect reasons for bad fuel economy?
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11-19-2012, 07:06 AM
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Calipers dragging, alignment out, alda too rich, air filter dirty, fuel filter dirty, too much junk in the trunk... bad fuel, cheap winter fuel...
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11-19-2012, 08:12 AM
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Leaking return lines?
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11-19-2012, 08:24 AM
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Engine temp should be around 80 btw, climbing to mid-point or 90 when working harder.
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11-21-2012, 08:58 AM
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Hmmmm....20-25 seems about right to me, but there are many variables, as previously mentioned.
In comparison, my 1978 300SD gets 25 on the average and a high of 27 with the lowest ever recorded fuel economy of 22 mpg, and that was running the A/C at over 90mph. My fuel economy remains unchanged whether I was running the old 60°C or the 80°C version....Robert
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11-21-2012, 09:19 AM
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one of my TD's gets around 24 average, and one gets around 30 average... the 30 is lower miles on the clock, and nearly stock. the 24 is rebuilt engine, with #22 head, and no cat or alda... FUN to drive, but it gets old pouring a black cloud on the cars behind me... driving that with a feather touch on the pedal eliminates the cloud, but then the trans shifts poorly... it's a toss up.
my 30mpg wagon has recently dropped mileage significantly due to leaking Delivery valves, so I ordered a set and the wrench... *I"M TIRED OF A PUDDLE OF FUEL EVERY MORNING! lets just say, the engine block under the IP is PRISTINE! zero traces of any dirt on there!!!
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John HAUL AWAY, OR CRUSHED CARS!!! HELP ME keep the cars out of the crusher! A/C Thread "as I ride with my a/c on... I have fond memories of sweaty oily saturdays and spewing R12 into the air. THANKS for all you do! My drivers: 1987 190D 2.5Turbo 1987 190D 2.5Turbo 1987 190D 2.5-5SPEED!!! 1987 300TD 1987 300TD 1994GMC 2500 6.5Turbo truck... I had to put the ladder somewhere!
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11-21-2012, 09:20 AM
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OP, I don't know where you live, but if you are on winter fuel there is a significant power loss from that, and couple that with your lower engine temp due to the thermostat problem, and I can see that combining to lower you mileage. FIX THE THERMOSTAT!
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John HAUL AWAY, OR CRUSHED CARS!!! HELP ME keep the cars out of the crusher! A/C Thread "as I ride with my a/c on... I have fond memories of sweaty oily saturdays and spewing R12 into the air. THANKS for all you do! My drivers: 1987 190D 2.5Turbo 1987 190D 2.5Turbo 1987 190D 2.5-5SPEED!!! 1987 300TD 1987 300TD 1994GMC 2500 6.5Turbo truck... I had to put the ladder somewhere!
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11-21-2012, 10:59 AM
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Cruise Control not working? Send me PM or email (jamesdean59@gmail.com). I might be able to help out. Check here for compatibility, diagnostics, and availability! (4/11/2020: Hi Everyone! I am still taking orders and replying to emails/PMs/etc, I appreciate your patience in these crazy times. Stay safe and healthy!) 82 300SD 145k 89 420SEL 210k 89 560SEL 118k 90 300SE 262k RIP 5/25/2010 90 560SEL 154k 91 300D 2.5 Turbo. 241k 93 190E 3.0 235k 93 300E 195k
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11-21-2012, 11:23 AM
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yup. likely it'll bump you up to 36or more if you are getting 34 with winter mix. you must drive very economically.
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John HAUL AWAY, OR CRUSHED CARS!!! HELP ME keep the cars out of the crusher! A/C Thread "as I ride with my a/c on... I have fond memories of sweaty oily saturdays and spewing R12 into the air. THANKS for all you do! My drivers: 1987 190D 2.5Turbo 1987 190D 2.5Turbo 1987 190D 2.5-5SPEED!!! 1987 300TD 1987 300TD 1994GMC 2500 6.5Turbo truck... I had to put the ladder somewhere!
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11-21-2012, 11:34 AM
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My driving is purely highway (commute is 65 miles each way) so its usually at 70-75mph, partial cruise control. I drive the 190E around town mostly...or thats the plan anyway.
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Cruise Control not working? Send me PM or email (jamesdean59@gmail.com). I might be able to help out. Check here for compatibility, diagnostics, and availability! (4/11/2020: Hi Everyone! I am still taking orders and replying to emails/PMs/etc, I appreciate your patience in these crazy times. Stay safe and healthy!) 82 300SD 145k 89 420SEL 210k 89 560SEL 118k 90 300SE 262k RIP 5/25/2010 90 560SEL 154k 91 300D 2.5 Turbo. 241k 93 190E 3.0 235k 93 300E 195k
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