My quest for 30 MPG - Ford Explorer Gas Mileage Tips

aldive · 10-10-2008, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Blacksheep Josh

I have a larger alternator now, want to see if that'll make a difference.

I noticed no difference in gas mileage when I swapped to a 200 amp alternator ( with overdrive pulley ).

Rotorhead · 10-11-2008, 12:12 PM

My 05 Sport Trac is bone stock (see my sig) with just under 42,000 miles on it and the original tires. On two separte trips from MA to NJ and back, I got 22 MPG using cruise control and driving at 58 miles per hour on the highway (in the right lane of course!). There was minimal traffic.

When I drive to/from work (8 miles one way, 4 miles on a highway), I still use cruise control when it is safe. I keep the RPMs under 2500 when I can, and I get 17.5 MPG.

Not too bad in my view.

**BrooklynBay** · 10-11-2008, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by aldive

I noticed no difference in gas mileage when I swapped to a 200 amp alternator ( with overdrive pulley ).

Was the idle smoother? Did it improve the acceleration 0-60 time?

rickcdewitt · 11-01-2008, 09:48 AM

i'm sorry i've not read this whole thread so forgive me if its been brought up but i saw these bosch type three injectors that supposedly give better mileage on the OHV and thought i'de post them here
http://www.fiveomotorsport.com/Injec...RD.asp#foted5b

xdviper · 11-01-2008, 12:19 PM

I've heard these bosch plugs really do make a difference. A friend had them in his toyota minivan and when he took it to get the inspection sticker renewed. They told him that the engine/emmisions is running as if it was a brand new out of the factory... on a 9 year old car...

aldive · 11-01-2008, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by xdviper

I've heard these bosch plugs really do make a difference.

Don't believe everything you hear ...

rickcdewitt · 11-02-2008, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by xdviper

I've heard these bosch plugs ...

INJECTORS not plugs!

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Originally Posted by aldive

Don't believe everything you hear ...

yep,whats your take on these aldive?

aldive · 11-02-2008, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by rickcdewitt

INJECTORS not plugs!

yep,whats your take on these aldive?

I wouldn't hit a wild dog in the arse with a Bosch spark plug.

rnrphoto98 · 11-02-2008, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by CDW6212R

The PCM tune is a massive part of saving gasoline in today's vehicles. If you have the stock programming in your PCM, then you are wasting gasoline. I fall into that category still, but not for much longer. Regards,

I have not had to work on cars for a long time and then they had a carb and not all of this new computer stuff.

SO, what is a PCM tune, and how do I get one???

This is a great site!!

Thanks for all the info

rickcdewitt · 11-03-2008, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by aldive

I wouldn't hit a wild dog in the arse with a Bosch spark plug.

funny but i'm talking about the FUEL INJECTORS in the link i posted that package a type three into a body that will work in the older 4.0's.at least thats what i think the economy upgrade injectors in the second row are

*mechjames* · 11-03-2008, 02:40 PM

i trust aldive's mileage. i've gotten 23 MPG on my first gen on the highway, and that wasn't driving conservately either, and going through the mountains. i'm sure that the SOHC is a much more efficient engine (my friend's dad has one in his sport trac) and that with 2wd, he is certainly getting what he claims.

plus i havne't really had much luck with bosch plugs either. put them in my nissan once and they kept getting fouled up. they're good for lawnmowers tho. we put it in every 2 & 4 stroke engine we tune up here at work.

*black91EB* · 11-06-2008, 06:14 PM

My '91 4 door 4x4 gets 23 city/25 highway, but then, I have a M50D and manual hubs. Mine is all stock, 235/75r15s with the roof rack and sunroof, plus a police spotlight. Not to mention my really effed up driver's side fender and front bumper, so if anything, I have increased air resistance.

4x4firefighter · 11-08-2008, 01:26 PM

im just doomed! 1st off i got the legendary SOHC...second the AT2 grabbers prolly dont help and because im a vulonteer fire fighter i have a full strobe lightbar and 2 antenia's on the roof......i guess i have to be happy with 13.4 mile to the Gal........

shortstack · 11-08-2008, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by 4x4firefighter

im just doomed! 1st off i got the legendary SOHC...second the AT2 grabbers prolly dont help and because im a vulonteer fire fighter i have a full strobe lightbar and 2 antenia's on the roof......i guess i have to be happy with 13.4 mile to the Gal........

The 4.0L sohc is actually more fuel efficient and more powerful then the 4.0L ohv

rickcdewitt · 11-09-2008, 05:12 AM

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Originally Posted by 4x4firefighter

im just doomed! 1st off i got the legendary SOHC...second the AT2 grabbers prolly dont help and because im a vulonteer fire fighter i have a full strobe lightbar and 2 antenia's on the roof......i guess i have to be happy with 13.4 mile to the Gal........

what is your gearing,maybe 3.73 or 4.10 would net you better.i get almost 18 regularly on 33" tires? all no freeway

4x4firefighter · 11-09-2008, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by rickcdewitt

what is your gearing,maybe 3.73 or 4.10 would net you better.i get almost 18 regularly on 33" tires? all no freeway

what gearing u have? i have no clue what my gearing is or how to go bout changing it

aldive · 11-09-2008, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by 4x4firefighter

what gearing u have? i have no clue what my gearing is

It is shown on the driver's door info tag.

4x4firefighter · 11-09-2008, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by aldive

It is shown on the driver's door info tag.

ok...but which ratio is better?

aldive · 11-09-2008, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 4x4firefighter

ok...but which ratio is better?

Better? Better for what?

4x4firefighter · 11-09-2008, 03:50 PM

better ratio for:

gas milage
lite offraoding

10-11-2008, 12:12 PM	#1702
Rotorhead Wannabe Elite Explorer Mobile, AL area (northern NJ originally) 2005 Sport Trac XLT Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 34 Vehicle Specs	My 05 Sport Trac is bone stock (see my sig) with just under 42,000 miles on it and the original tires. On two separte trips from MA to NJ and back, I got 22 MPG using cruise control and driving at 58 miles per hour on the highway (in the right lane of course!). There was minimal traffic. When I drive to/from work (8 miles one way, 4 miles on a highway), I still use cruise control when it is safe. I keep the RPMs under 2500 when I can, and I get 17.5 MPG. Not too bad in my view. __________________ 2005 Sport Trac XLT 4x4 Xm Radio (Roady 2) Leer Cap Dark Stone Metallic

11-01-2008, 09:48 AM	#1704
rickcdewitt Wannabe Elite Explorer yorkville,ca 91ranger4x4 Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 166 Vehicle Specs	i'm sorry i've not read this whole thread so forgive me if its been brought up but i saw these bosch type three injectors that supposedly give better mileage on the OHV and thought i'de post them here http://www.fiveomotorsport.com/Injec...RD.asp#foted5b __________________ 91 ranger, 4x4,d35,8.8 w/lockright, 4.0l/m5od swap, 4.10's, 33's, duff 3" w/dual shocks,long arms,3" rear deavers,homemade high clearance d-ring bumpers w/removeable winch carrier,cb,bobbed bed,cowl snorkle http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3112066

11-01-2008, 12:19 PM	#1705
xdviper Wannabe Elite Explorer Brooklyn NY 1997 XLT Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 303 Vehicle Specs	I've heard these bosch plugs really do make a difference. A friend had them in his toyota minivan and when he took it to get the inspection sticker renewed. They told him that the engine/emmisions is running as if it was a brand new out of the factory... on a 9 year old car... __________________ Ford Explorer 1997 XLT MY EXPLORER

11-03-2008, 02:40 PM	#1711
mechjames Triangle Beach Explorer Richmond, BC 1994 Explorer XLT Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 461 Vehicle Specs	i trust aldive's mileage. i've gotten 23 MPG on my first gen on the highway, and that wasn't driving conservately either, and going through the mountains. i'm sure that the SOHC is a much more efficient engine (my friend's dad has one in his sport trac) and that with 2wd, he is certainly getting what he claims. plus i havne't really had much luck with bosch plugs either. put them in my nissan once and they kept getting fouled up. they're good for lawnmowers tho. we put it in every 2 & 4 stroke engine we tune up here at work. __________________ 1994 Explorer XLT. youtube channel [298,100 km as of August 2010] Mostly stock. KKM Air intake, 9007 bulb conversion. How does a stock 1994 First Gen Explorer with 290,000km go up against a 3.0L Ranger at Mission Raceway? \| How To Change your First Gen Water Pump

11-08-2008, 01:26 PM	#1713
4x4firefighter Wannabe Elite Explorer Oneonta, NY 99 Eddie Limited Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 106 Vehicle Specs	im just doomed! 1st off i got the legendary SOHC...second the AT2 grabbers prolly dont help and because im a vulonteer fire fighter i have a full strobe lightbar and 2 antenia's on the roof......i guess i have to be happy with 13.4 mile to the Gal........ __________________ 4x4firefigher.....99 Eddie Limited.... TT/ WORRIOR shackles, BLAZER off road roof lightbar http://www.myspace.com/axn6254_4x4firefighter

11-06-2008, 06:14 PM	#1712
black91EB Air Rifle Technician Millington, TN '92 XLT 5spd 4wd Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 499 Vehicle Specs	My '91 4 door 4x4 gets 23 city/25 highway, but then, I have a M50D and manual hubs. Mine is all stock, 235/75r15s with the roof rack and sunroof, plus a police spotlight. Not to mention my really effed up driver's side fender and front bumper, so if anything, I have increased air resistance.

11-09-2008, 03:50 PM	#1720
4x4firefighter Wannabe Elite Explorer Oneonta, NY 99 Eddie Limited Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 106 Vehicle Specs	better ratio for: gas milage lite offraoding __________________ 4x4firefigher.....99 Eddie Limited.... TT/ WORRIOR shackles, BLAZER off road roof lightbar http://www.myspace.com/axn6254_4x4firefighter