Re: gas milage

Posted by Fish'n Jim On 2022/3/12 10:18:01

Like we used to say, if you have to ask that question, you can't afford it.
During the 288 reign, gas was in the +-30 cent/gallon range so immaterial.
The 2 bbl carb is only rated about 300 cfm. not a fuel guzzling monster.
Bias tires don't do well here. Gear ratio usually has a pronounced affect on mileage, hence the OD. Today they're making 6-8+ gear transmissions to provide better mileage. Technology not available then either. These 288 cars aren't particularly heavy from what I've seen. My 2 door is under ~3000 lbs.
You can optimize for fuel mileage but requires much work for little gain here.