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What's a good average mpg?


Olranger87

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Hey y'all I just thought I would ask what a good average mpg is with this engine.

Other than that I just picked up this beautiful 88 Ranger extended cab with 77k on it.

Also I was wondering what to look for and how to tell if I have the 7.5 or 8.8 raingear.
 


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All non 4.0 rangers came with a 7.5 rear.

As far as MPG, should be in upper teens to low 20s
 
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My 87 2.9 is 4x4, and I average 18-18.5 MPG. My commute is 54 miles one way, so that is mostly highway with some rolling hills.

I should note that it seems I always have a strong headwind or crosswind. Must be the area I live in because it consistently blows one direction in the morning and another in the evening.
 
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healthy engine 4x4 auto ext cab...anything over 18 hiway is awesome.. stick can push over 20...i never seen it but they do it.

2wd....18-22 auto bout the same as a stick


smaller trucks can do better.

i have owned many...and 14-16 avg when driving them hard is typical of them.
 
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