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Colorado220 04-23-2009 09:23 AM

Better MPG/more power????
 
I am wanting to get both if possible. I drive a 130 mile commute 5 days a week. Currently my 1971 220D is all original..non turbo... oil bath air cleaner. I was thinking about going to a Cold air intake(or??) and was going to start some research on turbos. I am all ears for any suggestions.

Thanks

R Leo 04-23-2009 09:28 AM

Just the facts, maam.
 
This is your problem: 1971 220D

That engine only has about 45hp and nothing worth doing will ever change it significantly. Your options are 1) enjoy the scenery at a the slow, stately pace afforded by a 220 2) get a 300D with a turbodiesel and enjoy the scenery at a slightly more brisk pace 3) buy a gasser.

PS: Oh, I just noticed your location....you could also move closer to sea level.

Colorado220 04-23-2009 09:36 AM

I love the car, have had it 11 years now. I just want to get a little more from it. Going slow is not an issue as much as I would like better MPG's

leathermang 04-23-2009 10:02 AM

You can not wring blood out of a turnip.
It just does not have it to give....
Listen to RLeo ....

79Mercy 04-23-2009 10:21 AM

there isn't much you can do. Other than make sure you have done all the required services.

Bajaman 04-23-2009 10:27 AM

Ditching the oil bath for a paper filter may help. I'm not sure how much of a restriction that is though. What is your current MPG?

leathermang 04-23-2009 10:33 AM

That oil bath filter may be why it is still alive in the first place...
A properly maintained oil bath will catch Smaller particles than any paper filter.. its just the physics of the design that is great...
I really doubt that a paper filter will have less air flow restriction also.. or that air flow restriction is the cause of your lack of power.

Colorado220 04-23-2009 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bajaman (Post 2182316)
Ditching the oil bath for a paper filter may help. I'm not sure how much of a restriction that is though. What is your current MPG?

Currently I am getting 23 - 25 MPG (but I also have a roof rack and often a bike up top). I want to see if I can get around 30... if possible...

Colorado220 04-23-2009 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 79Mercy (Post 2182313)
there isn't much you can do. Other than make sure you have done all the required services.

I need to find specs for the valves... I know how to do it but I take it in to the shop because I can't find specs....:mad:

79Mercy 04-23-2009 10:38 AM

I'll get the specs for you. I'll let you know tonight.

Adjusting the valves will improve your HP and MPG.

rs899 04-23-2009 10:39 AM

Remove the seats and bumpers, drill 1" holes randomly throughout the car (leave the engine etc. alone)....:o

Seriously- do you have synthetic in your gearbox and rear end?- that may help just a bit...tire pressure....

Colorado220 04-23-2009 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rs899 (Post 2182334)
Remove the seats and bumpers, drill 1" holes randomly throughout the car (leave the engine etc. alone)....:o

Seriously- do you have synthetic in your gearbox and rear end?- that may help just a bit...tire pressure....

Mobil 1 throughout. Tires at max PSI.

Colorado220 04-23-2009 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 79Mercy (Post 2182331)
I'll get the specs for you. I'll let you know tonight.

Adjusting the valves will improve your HP and MPG.

Thanks! :D

79Mercy 04-23-2009 10:47 AM

no problem, I know just where to get them...

leathermang 04-23-2009 11:04 AM

In prime new condition it only had a limited number of horsepower...
How about an engine rebuild to get it back to original ?


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