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Jason
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5/08/2002
05:46:45

Subject: Modified Throttle Body
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I have a V6, if I go with a 50mm TB, will it increase or decrease my MPG?



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5/08/2002
08:32:58

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Unless you're planning on a lot of internal modifications...or a supercharger, the 50mm is too big for the V6. Any of the following are excellent choices (budget depending):

(1) Factory V8 Throttle Body Conversion
(2) Fastman modified V8 Throttle Body
(3) Flometrics 48mm Throttle Body

Mileage is dependent on your foot with those three.


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14.55 @ 96.01mph

Jason
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5/08/2002
13:07:54

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So changing the TB to a bigger one, keeping my driving habits the same, will it give me more MPGS?



bernd
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5/08/2002
16:23:30

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No...if a little is good, a lot isn't always better. CFM wise, the V6 doesn't need a 50mm unless you're shoving air down its throat (Super/Turbocharger). A 48mm TB is more than plenty for a V6 with decent (or even mild) modifications.

A 50mm may reduce mileage as there's too much air coming down its throat and more fuel is needed to compensate.


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Supercharged/Intercooled @ 10# w/Nitrous
14.55 @ 96.01mph

Joe E.
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5/08/2002
22:04:41

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What about for a Dak like mine:
1990 V6, with K&N intake, headers, No cat, flowmaster duals, Jacobs Ing system. 8.5mm wires. I have wanted to get a high flow TB but really have no idea as what to do. What type of HP is this gaining. Thanks alot.
Joe E.



Jason
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5/09/2002
01:47:39

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so Bernd, if I go with a 48 mm TB, will it increase my MPG, or will it allow more air to get in and more fuel to mix, which will decreae my MPG, i just want to imrpove my MPG and was wodnering if changing my TB will do it?



bernd
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5/09/2002
08:08:31

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The MPG is mainly dependent on driving style...not bolt-on parts. While headers, TB, intake, and exhaust can help increase fuel economy...it sometimes also hurts due to the "fun factor" (how heavy your foot is with new-found power). Some engines are also in a near perfect tune from the factory and some bolt-ons will hurt fuel economy (but still will help in performance).

In the end result, the 48mm by itself will not decrease fuel economy as you don't have to push the pedel down as far to get moving (therefore saving a little bit of fuel). How much is dependent on your engines state of tune and driving style.


1997 Dodge Dakota SLT - V6
Supercharged/Intercooled @ 10# w/Nitrous
14.55 @ 96.01mph

FlameRed01
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5/09/2002
20:57:02

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hey bernd, i was wondering how many mm is the v-8 throttle body on the v-6 to v-8 conversion you guys sell?



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