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Old 08-04-2017, 06:57 PM
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Coming from a V8 car, I'm amazed at the fuel economy of the SPB. I realize that gph change with track, driver, etc, but could use some estimates.
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Old 08-05-2017, 10:44 AM
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6 minutes per gallon hasn't failed me yet.
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6 minutes per gallon hasn't failed me yet.
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I usually used close to 5 gallons during a full practice barring any yellows..
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Originally Posted by FeuerRacing
6 minutes per gallon hasn't failed me yet.
Chris, are you at full throttle often??
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Originally Posted by FeuerRacing
6 minutes per gallon hasn't failed me yet.
So running a 90 minute enduro without taking on fuel is possible.
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Yes. I run the 90 minute at WG and VIR with no fueling.
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Yes. I run the 90 minute at WG and VIR with no fueling.
Excellent, I'm heading to NOLA and will not have a pitcrew for the enduro.
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Old 08-06-2017, 09:35 AM
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As long as you can make weight with less than 1/4 tank you should be fine
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As long as you can make weight with less than 1/4 tank you should be fine
No problem making weight, I just got back from vacation
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.. remember that the 97-98 cars have a 15 gallon tank and the 99's have the 17 gallon that's why our new car is a 99 (and it was the best deal at the time!).
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.. remember that the 97-98 cars have a 15 gallon tank and the 99's have the 17 gallon that's why our new car is a 99 (and it was the best deal at the time!).
Good to know, I was under the impression that they were all 15 gallons.
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