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Old 12-10-2007   #5
Kevin 1G Drummer
 
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Re: Cold weather = bad gas mileage?

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Originally Posted by JET View Post
Yes, that happens with any car. Usually drops a good 10%.
I'm guessing it's something with the density of the air? I've also noticed that just cruising, I'm at a lower level of vaccuum (closer to 0 on the boost gauge) I suppose that could also have an affect due to the higher fuel pressure?
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