First mileage test result.
The first mileage test results are in. A quick review of what was done to the truck. Cometic head gaskets half the thickness of Fel-Pro and with full o-rings around each cylinder, not combining int...
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An update on the truck's mileage per gallon. I drove from Seattle to Spokane and back over the weekend. Our speed was 75 to 77 for the most part. We drove over Snoqualmie Pass. The truck with the new engine setup, held speed in cruise control without dropping in speed only downshifted to third. With the old engine setup, stock form, it would not hold speed in cruise over the pass and would drop to 60 mph or less sometimes downshifting into second, skipping third. I'm quite happy with the performance. We did hit 12 mpg on the button at those speeds. I expect it will drop some when the TC is loaded next week. Now I need to remove my rear seats and build platforms in back to stack supplies and tools in the back seat area. We also need to fit in 2 cat carriers and a litterbox for cat comfort. That's the latest development with the truck project.
Sounds like success to me! We travel with a pup and our cat too, we keep a litter box on the rear seat floor.
We enjoy having the little darlings along and they pick up their travel routine quickly. When the voyage is over, they have to readjust to the cavernous house. They're both great travelers. Unlike Good Old Charlie, these two knuckleheads can't become leash certified, so they only go outside in an enclosed pen, supervised because so many people feel their dog is special and can freely roam the campground. Currently removing rear seats and designing a platform system to improve storage situation. Platform will accommodate a large litter box and two carriers plus food, tools and things bottom level.
