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Old 07-09-2015, 07:04 PM
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So I'am interested in seeing what all you trick turbo guys are getting for MPG. I figured it would be interesting. Please post your

1. Engine size.
2. Trans/Torque converter size
3. Rear end gear
4. Turbo size/ LBS of boost.

Thanks!
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1. Engine size. 5.3
2. Trans/Torque converter size 6l80e 3600 circle d
3. Rear end gear 4.11
4. Turbo size/ LBS of boost. pt7475 13-14 lbs

computer reads out anywhere from 10.8 to 11.5 mpg lol
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Originally Posted by TAPyvehc93
So I'am interested in seeing what all you trick turbo guys are getting for MPG. I figured it would be interesting. Please post your

1. Engine size. bone stock 5.3
2. Trans/Torque converter size. 278 mm 3000 stall FTI
3. Rear end gear. 3:42
4. Turbo size/ LBS of boost. 70mm / 12 psi

Thanks!
average per fill is 14.5-15 mpg. I'm heavy footed. Cruising down the interstate at 70 mph for a few hours is 21 mpg.

Just did an hour straight at 74mph and got 20.3 mpg average. ;(

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1. Engine size.370
2. Trans/Torque converter size 4l80e
3. Rear end gear 4.11
4. Turbo size/ LBS of boost. 76/75
old setup 8 lbs 18-22mpg 60lb injectors
new set up 10lbs 15-17mpg 80lb injectors
newest set up 15lbs unknow mpg
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Wow im jealous of you guys

TMS 347ci 10.6:1 compression
70mm turbo
4L80E circle d 3200
373 gears
15psi
10.5 city 12-13 hwy
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1. Engine size 6.0L (LS3 Heads)
2. Trans/Torque converter size YANK 3400
3. Rear end gear 3.73 w/ Trutrac
4. Turbo size/ LBS of boost. PT74/75 16Lbs

I have done two mileage tests. First one was 18 mpg and after a few more tweeks in the tune its at 21-22 mpg. Thats at 65-70 mph.
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Originally Posted by TAPyvehc93
So I'am interested in seeing what all you trick turbo guys are getting for MPG. I figured it would be interesting. Please post your

1. Engine size.
2. Trans/Torque converter size
3. Rear end gear
4. Turbo size/ LBS of boost.

Thanks!
What's your numbers been?
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This new setup I get 16 to 17mpg. City??? 10 to 12mpg I guest.
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5.3L
4L80E 3200 Circle D
342 gears
77/78 14psi

My smiles per gallon is awesome I've burned a pile of fuel this summer. LOL
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1. Engine size. 4.8L all stock
2. Trans/Torque converter size: 4L65 3k Circle D
3. Rear end gear: 3.42
4. Turbo size/ LBS of boost. 70mm/ 11psi


13 MPG city
19-20 MPG highway

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