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BM
on January 24, 2023
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    JimJimmyJames
    I once had a 2000 VW with a diesel engine & 5 speed manual transmission. It got 50+ mpg. Even though its fuel tank held only 10 gallons, I could still go 500 miles between fill ups. That's the distance from New York City to Columbus, Oh; Boston to Buffalo; St. Louis to Jackson, MS; or San Diego t... View More
    • January 24, 2023
    BM
    ‌yep those were the good ole days
    • January 24, 2023
    Templar13
    ‌. Still have my 1999.5 Jetta TDI. Still gets 50+ MPG. 14 gallon tank squeezing it in. 493,234 miles, runs like new. Bought new.
    • January 24, 2023
    JimJimmyJames
    ‌ My problem was that I could not find a diesel mechanic who was willing to work on it. I basically gave it away in 2017 with about 235,000 miles on it. It needed a new starter. And I had lost 5th gear. But no regular car mechanic would touch it.
    • January 24, 2023
    Templar13
    ‌. Fortunately I am blessed with mechanical ability. Have always performed my own maintenance and with Amsoil synthetic lubricants no need to get rid of a fine auto. Disclaimer: I’m an Amsoil dealer. Too bad we didn’t know each other and live close, would have gladly worked on your vehi... View More
    • January 25, 2023
    JimJimmyJames
    I‌ gave my diesel car to one of my neighbors. This was back in Sept or Oct of 2017. She had twin girls, who were seniors in HS, & they were both taking auto shop at the time. They were able to fix the starter. Not sure if they were able to fix the transmission. But the 2 of them shared... View More
    • January 25, 2023
    Templar13
    ‌. Great outcome then! My opinion, diesel far easier to work on/with than gas. We say: real vehicles don’t have spark plugs!
    • January 25, 2023
    JimJimmyJames
    T‌he only other car that I've had which got ~50 mpg was a 2002 Toyota Prius hybrid. Other cars of its size only got ~35 mpg. Apparently using an electric motor in conjunction with a gas engine can increase fuel efficiency by 50%. Some people opted for a double battery pack. This then do... View More
    • January 26, 2023 Edited
    Templar13
    ‌ I often thought why not have a gas/diesel or propane generator of appropriate size, maybe with battery to run the vehicle. A generator running at constant speed far more efficient than an ice engine. Should be great mileage.
    • January 26, 2023
    JimJimmyJames
    I‌sn't that how diesel locomotives work?
    • January 26, 2023
    Templar13
    ‌ yep 👍. Russia using a battlefield vehicle, Diesel engine generator electric drive. Goes for days.
    • January 26, 2023