| Half trip report [message #292846] |
Wed, 23 December 2015 22:37 |
Hal StClair
Messages: 971
Registered: March 2013
Location: Rio Rancho NM
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Made our second run with the GMC/diesel combo but pulled our 2010 VW wagon with us this time. The extra weight didn't seem to bother it much on the hills although the mileage took a little hit.Of course the new solar panels on the roof may have also made a slight difference. Between Rio Rancho NM and Quartzite AZ on our way to San Diego we used a little over 47 gallons for a 12.97 average trying to keep her at 62 mph. The winds weren't too bad but the ones we had weren't favorable and I still haven't figured out the cruise control problem. I must have 80 hours in trying to figure that darn cruise out already but still no joy. I hope when I get the cruise working the mileage will improve.
I did find I had the wrong radiator cap but have the right one (non vented) on the way.
All and all the swap seems to have worked out as well as I'd hoped.
Hal
"I enjoy talking to you. Your mind appeals to me. It resembles my own mind, except you happen to be insane."
1977 Royale 101348,
1977 Royale 101586, Diesel powered,
1974 Eagle Bus 45',w/slideout,
Rio Rancho, NM
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