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Old 04-21-2008, 02:03 PM   #1 (permalink)
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hi there is was wondering what are some cheap easy things that you can do to get more power and mpg. i have a 4.0 ohv in a 2000 extra cab. so far it has a k&n air filter and a magnaflow muffler with 2 inch pipe from the cat with a turn down. i was wondeing about throttle body spacers or something like a volant cold air intake, electric fan, or headers i have found all of this stuff online. i also tow with this vehicle on occasions. what would this stuff do for me? brent
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Usually morre power = less mileage
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if you want more miles per gallon, when sitting at a red light/stop sign dont accelerate too quickly...I used to do that alot and my gas disappeared quickly, but now it seems to stay filled longer without doing it.
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