Should you travel with a full tank of Gas?
Let me know what you think about traveling with a full tank of gas. Does it course you Miles per gal. to go down or is the unit designed and the MPG that is listed for that unit allow for a full tank...
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If you are really looking for an analytical answer, the answer is IT DEPENDS.
On flat ground, weight is a reasonably insignificant factor, once cruising speed has been reached. MPG is much more a factor of aerodynamic drag.
BUT, on grades, weight becomes a significant issue in MPG as well as speed/HP demand for a given speed.
Would I consider running with less weight in fuel-- NO. But I do look at gas buddy and if less expensive fuel is on my route, we WILL stop there.
BTW, both gasoline and diesels use fuel to cool fuel system components, so particularly in hot summer conditions, do NOT run low on fuel unless you enjoy spending extra $$ on repair.
On flat ground, weight is a reasonably insignificant factor, once cruising speed has been reached. MPG is much more a factor of aerodynamic drag.
BUT, on grades, weight becomes a significant issue in MPG as well as speed/HP demand for a given speed.
Would I consider running with less weight in fuel-- NO. But I do look at gas buddy and if less expensive fuel is on my route, we WILL stop there.
BTW, both gasoline and diesels use fuel to cool fuel system components, so particularly in hot summer conditions, do NOT run low on fuel unless you enjoy spending extra $$ on repair.
