What can be done to better the MPG for the H3?
I've had my H3 for ~ a month now and as of now I have spent close to $400 this month on gas. I was wondering what can be done to better the MPG I get from the Hummer.
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Re: What can be done to better the MPG for the H3?
Have a friend tow it everywhere you go. Its a Hummer, what did you expect?!
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Well at this rate I'm filling up ~ twice a week @ $65 per fillup... I'm not bitchin' I'm just looking for ways I may improve the MPG I get.
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Try a tune up of the flux capacitor? That might help. :p ;) :rolleyes:
Sorry, couldn't resist. :D |
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And don't forget the Mr. Fusion |
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filling up twice a week... you must do a lot of miles!!!
in my H2 which is getting less MPG than you, I fill up once a week... about $80 and that gets me about 350 miles |
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I can't even believe we are talking about this:rolleyes:
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Try getting a better job, then you'll be able to afford the f'n gas. Sorry for the negative attitude everybody, but this is really stupid. |
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Trade it in on a Prius or other hybrid.
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I am so poor, I can't even afford to pay my tuition fees. :mad: My last fill up only got me 200 miles. I think I'm gonna go back to stock form, and remove all the doors, spare tire, hood, roof, skid plate .....etc. :D
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Can I have your brushguard then? ;) :D |
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$400/month for gas? Just stop driving so much. And get a job closer to home or move closer to your job.
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I also spend about $400 / month on gas. While it has less financial impact on me than the original poster, I would love to get better gas mileage if at all possible. I think you guys are being a little rough on him. Yes, we all knew (or should have known) that good gas mileage is not one of the selling points of our H3 (or any other real SUV), but that doesn't mean that if there was a way to get better MPGs, that I would not jump at the chance.
Typically, driving less is not an option, as most of us who use the H3 as a daily driver have no control over the distance to work or school. What could possible help this gentlemen is the following, if they are at all even applicable. These are just some thoughts off the top of my head while I am enjoying my morning coffee, and are no means a complete list, nor are they specific to the H3. 1. less aggressive driving. Keep speeds under 75 on the highway, avoid jack rabbit starts, etc. 2. avoid getting stuck in rush hour traffic. In my case, leaving the house at 06:30 means a half hour ride to my clients office, vs. leaving at 06:45, where it will take me 45 minutes. Same thing with going home in the afternoon. departing at 16:00 sharp means a 30 minute ride, where as 16:15 takes at least 45 minutes. 3. Keep tires properly inflated, and rotate and balance every 5K miles. 4. Keep all filters clean, and change as necessary. |
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Trade it in on a Prius or
put more air in your tires and slow down. just remeber you are probably not going to get 19-20 around town only on the hwy |
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Right, it's a freeking Hummer, not a Prius/Corolla/Civic/Scion/Focus, etc.
S. |
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boo hoo man what were you thinkin, ok here is the standard sales answer. Buy a free flow exhaust and air intake. better breathing means better MPG.
Synth oil on the next change. Reality, not the right vehicle for that many miles and slow down. I do $250 a month |
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So what's your MPG anyway?
I don't believe in tricks, gizmos or gimmicks. IMHO, your best bet is a light foot, good tire pressure and regular maintenance (engine, tranny, xfer, diff oil changes). I do believe in synthetic oil and lightening your load (don't carry gear you don't need). Don't buy gas with ethanol unless you have too (less energy per gallon). Turn the engine off when idling in parking lots or at train crossings. Get a 2nd set of wheels with good street tires. Some say a good cat-back exhaust helps. |
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Motorists turning to nitrogen to save gas
It?s not just for NASCAR as ordinary drivers fill tires for better mileage http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14121979/ |
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x2. You own a hummer, shuthefukup! I'm moving, my commute is going from 9 miles to 30 miles (1 way). My gas bill will go up by $150-200 per month just for my commute (not to mention, the nearest grocery store will be 20 miles from my new house). Am I bitching? NO, because it's my choice and if I whine about it, I'm just whining about my own choices. Here's what you should do to improve your gas mileage:
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Re: What can be done to better the MPG for the H3?
how about this:
walk more, duh :confused: |
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