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Originally Posted by phoebeisis
jajohnson, there isn't an awful lot to "normal" hy FE driving.
1)Use the CC except when going uphill. DC the CC and coast up the hill-let the downslope+ a quick blip of the throttle to get you back to speed.
2)Never use the roof rack.It is much better to put an outside load in a hitch carrier behind and low than on the roof.You can ever jury rig a bike hitch carry to carry 'stuff" other than bikes.
3)Try to drive at 68 or so on the interstates. It is just too unnerving to drive 60mph or less when the average speed is 70+.
4)Take advantage of work zones(45mph) to actually drive just 45mph.They will improve your mpg.
5)Keep your tire pressure up to at least the recommended pressure.Check every 2 weeks-all tires lose air.Some folks go all the way up to the max on the sidewall. Depends on your comfort level,but I would guess a heavy vehicle like an HH would be comfortable with pretty high pressure in the tires.
6)It is usually easier to find 5W30 Mobile 1 than the 20W. I use the Mobile1 5w30.Makes me feel better. In general Mobil 1 will stay in grade longer than petro based 'regular" oils.
Luck,Charlie
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You definately want to be aware of over inflating your tires. It will increase wear and dramatically shorten tire life. Just read the drivers door sil and go from there.
As for oil, I think as long as your consistent it won't matter. Syns are more viscous and better for the engine, but if you're good about changing oil every 5k, normal's probably not going to hurt you. Regular motor oil worked on the same engines all throughout the 60s, 70s, 80s and half of the 90s...and they were using the engine every time the car/truck was running.
The only thing I know about the oil for certain is that once you choose syn DO NOT GO BACK TO REGULAR OIL. Stick with one type; regular, blend, or full. I had an Audi and many folks had sludge develop by switching types of oil.
My .03...