Re: Running the Supercharger on a switch?
2013/05/01 18:56:06
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Although I hate seeing threads go off track, it seems that this one is destined to. I'll enter into the 91/95/98 discussion here . . .
The initial cost saving of filling your tank with 95 is negated by the shorter distance you get to travel. Seriously, I've had occasio to do some fairly decent road trips recently ( Brisbane to Adelaide, Brisbane to Melbourne) in a vehicle towing a car trailer. We've noticed that you DO get more distance out of a tank of 98 using reasonable economy driving methods. Sorry, I can't offer any quantitative data - I don't have the figures easily on hand.
OK, having said that let me say this. If all you are hoping to achieve is fuel economy then an AW can be driven without turning the fun light on, and it does extend the range noticeably. My question for you, therefore, is why would you bother having an SC AW? An Excell would give you just as much motoring pleasure in this mode . . .
or an X19 . . .
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