bad fuel mileage

seangimmick · Dec 24th, 2008, 03:36

my 1972 164e is getting terrible fuel economy with no noticeable loss of performance, any ideas??

Clan · Dec 24th, 2008, 08:46

I dont think you can expect anything better than bad economy with a 164E ! 16 mpg wasnt uncommon in it's day ! all you can do is make sure the co is about 2 5 and the Manifold pressure sensor is set correctly and the basic timing and valve clearance and plugs etc are within specification .

if the mpg was better but has dropped off and it still goes like a rocket then suspect a rich mixture the pressure sensor can be adjusted ...

Mike B · Dec 30th, 2008, 10:04

HI
Thanks Clan you have just answerd my next question same fault Was the fuel pres/senser now back to 18+ from 12 to 14
Regards
Mike B

Dec 24th, 2008, 03:36	#1
seangimmick New Member Last Online: Dec 24th, 2008 03:43 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Denver, Colorado	bad fuel mileage my 1972 164e is getting terrible fuel economy with no noticeable loss of performance, any ideas??

Dec 24th, 2008, 08:46	#2
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 16:48 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	I dont think you can expect anything better than bad economy with a 164E ! 16 mpg wasnt uncommon in it's day ! all you can do is make sure the co is about 2 5 and the Manifold pressure sensor is set correctly and the basic timing and valve clearance and plugs etc are within specification . if the mpg was better but has dropped off and it still goes like a rocket then suspect a rich mixture the pressure sensor can be adjusted ... __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Dec 30th, 2008, 10:04	#3
Mike B VOC Member 4911 Last Online: Apr 13th, 2013 17:58 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Kings Langley View Photos By: Mike B	Fuel HI Thanks Clan you have just answerd my next question same fault Was the fuel pres/senser now back to 18+ from 12 to 14 Regards Mike B

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