Prius (2004-09) :: How To Improve MPG
Give me 5 mAin tips to improve my poor 40 MPG that im getting from my 2009 prius w only 34k miles on it.
View 9 RepliesFord Super Duty (1999-2016) :: 2004 F250 - Poor Handling After Removing Snow Plow
So I have a 2004 F250 5.4 regular cab 4wd long bed that was bought used with a very heavy Western Pro plow. The truck only has 70K miles and it is equipped with the snow plow package and heavy GVWR package. Since I had no use for the plow, I removed it and all mounting hardware as soon as I got it home. The truck wanders and bounces down the road terribly.
It is tiring to drive and requires total attention. Reading posts on here about "wandering" left me thinking my steering box was probably worn out. I replaced this without any change. I figured that I must have other components needing fixed, but had not had time or money to dig deeper yet.
Now, this morning when leaving work, the truck had accumulated nearly an inch of very heavy, wet snow with a small layer of ice on the hood. Driving home was as if I were in another vehicle. Everything was tight and much less "hopping" when hitting small bumps. So, this leads me to my question. Do you think that simply adding some weight back to the front end, i.e.,: bumper, or brush guard, could be my answer? Or, is this simply covering up a more extensive problem?
Accent RB (2012+) :: Car Loses Handling At High Speeds
Is it just my car, or is it everyone else too? Is it just the thin wheels or is it a lose steering wheel thing? is it fixable or what?
is it possible to tell the dealer to tighten my steering wheel or something? Accent 2012 GLS
Accent RB (2012+) :: Handling When Hitting Bumps / Potholes On Passenger Side
Had my SE for nearly a year, love it, but noticed that when I hit a bump or pothole in the road with the right wheels, the car moves to the left and I to correct to center again.
It does not happen for the left side (or maybe I don't feel it as much).
Toyota - Matrix :: 2003 - Replaced The Differential - Handling Stinks - New Noise
2003 Matrix XR, 89K, well maintained by old owner, just about to become mine.Took it to old owner's mechanic for pre-sale checkup. He said humming noise was rear differential and replaced it.
Now it pulls to the right when driving, to the left when braking (also throbs), and generally just feels like total crap to drive. There's also a noise that I hear as sort of a ...rough grinding/roaring sound? Seems to be from the back.
Details: the hum increased in pitch as wheel speed went up. Nothing else changed it - not going from dirt to pavement, drive to neutral, uphill to down, straight to cornering. Otherwise, everything felt fine - handled really nicely, that's why I wanted to buy it.
When I picked it up from the shop after the differential implant I drove it about a mile, flipped out at the way it felt, and took it right back; it was near closing time. Kid put it up on the lift, looked and said it was a front wheel bearing and to bring it back next morning. This morning the still-owner picked it up, test drove it and said "Yep, feels all loosey-goosey," brought it in to the shop, and different guy says "it's the alignment, bring it in tomorrow."
Alignment? Wheel bearing? Why all of a sudden? Maybe the differential is bad or not installed properly? Why am I the only one thinking this? Also, they lost one of the springs to the bit at the front where the exhaust joins on to the engine so there's a big loud exhaust noise, which they didn't notice when they test drove it.
Prius (2010-12) Fuel :: Changing Tire Size Effect On MPG / Handling / Traction?
My original Yokohama avid s33 is about ready to be changed. It now have over 42k on them. I think I can still stretch it before the winter starts. My OEM size are 195/65/15 and I'm thinking of getting the 205/65/15. According to Tire Dimensions Made Simple - Discount Tire my tire rotation will decrease by over 16 revs per mile. I know the side wall is going to be about a quarter an inch higher about an inch and a half bigger in circumference And the car is going to sit half an inch higher and a wider Width.
Looking for observation/s pertaining to performance, mpg, handling, traction, etc.
Prius (Gen 3) :: Capless Hubcaps Improve Gas Mileage?
Since finding 2 hubcaps "missing", I am wondering if I have options as to the styles of hubcaps? Does a particular style affect fuel efficiency? Will going "capless" improve gas mileage?
View 2 RepliesPassat (B5) :: 2005 - How To Improve Headlight Coverage
What is the most practical way to improve my headlights? I am constantly over driving my lights on back roads. Can driving lights be easily mounted in the grill?
View 9 RepliesPhaeton :: Nitrogen In Tires To Improve Mileage?
I have heard that many people are switching to the nitrogen in tires as it is to improve gas mileage. I know they offered it at the Lexus dealership, but I never took advantage of it.
Of course, the phaeton is not going to get the mpg as an echo or aveo even with the tires, but I am just curious...
Camry :: How To Improve Stability At High Speeds
I have an 09 Se with the V6. About 50k miles. When I bought the car at 40k miles, I installed H&R springs and new KYB struts. Also installed the US rear sway bar. Recently put on 18"TRD wheels with brand new Continental extreme grip tires.
At high speeds, 90 - 100+ mph, the car feels a bit soft, and almost a bit squirrelly when maneuvering. What could I do to further stiffen the car?
Toyota - Venza :: 2010 - Rough Ride - How To Improve
I recently purchased a 2010 Toyota Venza. I unfortunately did not test drive it enough to realize how rough a ride it has. Thinking that something was wrong I brought it back and was told that it is normal and the Venza has a very hard ride. After more research I found out that it is a common complaint. The mechanic said that its large 20" tires, long wheel base and tight suspension all add up to a very hard ride. I saw previous discussions regarding this but no real or recent answers. Can anything be done to improve the ride? I was told that the 2013 model has a better ride so they must have changed something. Would something as simple as replacing the shocks with a different type? I love the car but hate the thought of driving it for the next 5 years the way it is. I would have purchased a Ford Edge or similar car if I realized how hard the ride is.
View 19 RepliesFord Super Duty (1999-2016) :: Improve HP And MPG?
I plan to keep my truck til I die... and want to dial it in. It's getting poor mileage (especially while towing) It make almost no power when cold and I've noticed an overall loss in power. There is no check engine light on and no code but I'm guessing I have injector issues and who knows what else.
I'd like to put a DP Tuner on it but I want to get it running perfect first. Where should I start? What should I service and or replace? Injectors? HPOP? Exhaust back-pressure sensor?
1999 F350 Long Bed Super Duty, 7.3L 4x4, 35" tires, 150k miles
Ford F-150 - 1997-2003 :: 2002 - How To Improve The Gas Mileage
I just bought a 2002 f150 7700 series and how to improve the gas mileage. i was thinking about putting in a performance chip.
View 11 RepliesFord 6.0L Power Stroke Diesel :: 2005 F350 DRW FX4 - How To Improve MPG
I have a bone stock 2005 F350 DRW FX4 6.0 Diesel. I've been averaging 10.5 to 14 MPG city. Haven't really done any hiway driving yet.
View 14 RepliesFord Super Duty (1999-2016) :: 2005 - How To Improve Mileage
I have an '05 F350 single rear-axle w/109k miles. I only recently bought the truck for towing, and haven't had much time to play with it.
It seems that I get about 10-11 mpg on average - I was thinking this was a bit low - anything I can check?
I am normally a pretty quick driver, but, have been taking it easy to get a good read on the mileage, so, the right foot has been "very light".
The truck has a "tick", and I intend on following some of the guides for that, but how to improve the mileage
Ford 6.7L Power Stroke Diesel :: Unlocking The Front Hubs Improve Mileage?
I've been told that manually unlocking the front hubs on my '15 F350 dually, might just improve milage. Any concerns about the axle lubrication from being unlocked for extended periods of time? I rarely need the 4WD.
View 9 RepliesFord 6.7L Power Stroke Diesel :: 2016 F450 Tuned - How To Improve Fuel Economy
2016 F450 tuned...how to improve fuel economy. DO fuel rails or injectors work...
View 7 RepliesFord Super Duty (1999-2016) :: 2008 F350 V10 - Changing Plugs / Belts / Fuel Filter To Improve MPG?
I'm gonna change plugs , hoses, belts and fuel filter on my 08V10. Hoping it works with the mpg.
Anything else I should look for or do? Is there anything I need to know about changing the fuel filter?
Lexus RX 2004-09 :: 2004 - Getting Check Engine Light / OBD Code P2189?
My 2004 Lexus RX 330 with 116,000 miles has a check engine light on. The code was P2198, the problem: Bank2 Sensor1. I replaced the O2 sensor myself, easy, at $180. I erased the code and the check engine was back on the next day. Not sure what to do next.
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