Monsterliner
  1. This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Learn More.
  2. Welcome to Gearhead Central. We are an automotive forum for all vehicles. We have areas for cars, trucks, semi trucks, motorcycles and recreational vehicles. It doesn't matter if you are just learning about cars or if your a die hard Gearhead, we have something for you. We have some new features to show you. Check out our showcase which is like a virtual garage. We also have competitions which is our contest software. You have to be a member to enter them but membership is free so sign up today.
Cookies Welcome guests

Recommendation for good Fuel Consumption

Discussion in 'General Automotive Talk' started by chie, Jun 16, 2014.

Watchers:
This thread is being watched by 3 users.
  1. chie

    chie Member

    Joined:
    Jun 4, 2014
    Messages:
    44
    • clean the MAF with contact cleaner
    • replace spark plugs, if needed
    • use high octane gas
    • clean air filter
    • check throttle body and IACV for gum deposits
     
    chie, Jun 16, 2014
    #1
  2. Dez97

    Dez97 Member

    Joined:
    Jun 16, 2014
    Messages:
    63
    Not to sound completely stupid or anything here but what does MAF stand for and where exactly on a Chevy trailblazers 2006 would that be?
     
    Dez97, Jun 16, 2014
    #2
  3. Flexin

    Flexin Admin Staff Member Founding Member Top Event

    Joined:
    Apr 25, 2012
    Messages:
    4,656
    Occupation:
    Truck Driver
    Location:
    Nova Scotia, Canada
    Welcome to Gearhead Central @Dez97

    There are no stupid questions. MAF stands for Mass Air Flow sensor. It mesures the amount of air that is going into your engine.

    It is normally pretty close to the air filter box. I can look for a picture and show you where it is on your vehicle.

    James
    --- Double Post Merged, Jun 16, 2014 ---
    High octane gas won't help. It is only needed for an engine that is designed for it. Or if there is a bit of a knock, it can sometimes help.

    One thing that has a big affect on fuel mileage is the skinny pedal and the one pushing it.

    James
    --- Double Post Merged, Jun 16, 2014 ---
    High octane gas won't help. It is only needed for an engine that is designed for it. Or if there is a bit of a knock, it can sometimes help.

    One thing that has a big affect on fuel mileage is the skinny pedal and the one pushing it.

    James
    --- Double Post Merged, Jun 16, 2014 ---
    High octane gas won't help. It is only needed for an engine that is designed for it. Or if there is a bit of a knock, it can sometimes help.

    One thing that has a big affect on fuel mileage is the skinny pedal and the one pushing it.

    James
     
    Flexin, Jun 16, 2014
    #3
  4. chie

    chie Member

    Joined:
    Jun 4, 2014
    Messages:
    44
    Thanks @Flexin. I was actually a bit skeptical in recommending high octane gas. However, a mechanic once told me that feeding high octane gas enables the engine to have good combustion rate, which leads to good fuel consumption. Any comment if it's a fact?

    By the way, thank you for the additional recommendation. :)
     
    chie, Jun 17, 2014
    #4
  5. Dez97

    Dez97 Member

    Joined:
    Jun 16, 2014
    Messages:
    63
    thank yu guys so much @Flexin and @chie I really appreciate it.
     
    Dez97, Jun 20, 2014
    #5
  6. Flexin

    Flexin Admin Staff Member Founding Member Top Event

    Joined:
    Apr 25, 2012
    Messages:
    4,656
    Occupation:
    Truck Driver
    Location:
    Nova Scotia, Canada
    Your welcome.

    Engines are designed to use a certain octane. I haven't found any proof that running a higher octane will improve your mileage. The higher octane takes longer to burn then the lower octane fuel. To me it would seem like it would make it worse.

    But you would have to see a decent increase to make up for the added cost of the higher octane fuel so I don't things there would be a savings if it did work at all.

    James
     
    Flexin, Jun 20, 2014
    #6
Verification:
Loading...
Draft saved Draft deleted

Share This Page