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Old 05-14-2011, 04:05 PM
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Okay I know this thread has been done before. I know it depends on how you drive, but on average howmuch mpg do you lose on average by switching from 235/75/15 tires to 31" tires? Will it be a big difference?
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Depends entirely on how you adjust your driving habits. what are you getting now?
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Depends entirely on how you adjust your driving habits. what are you getting now?
I'm getting around 17 mpg
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I'm getting 19 sitting stock with 31's on my '93.
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17.5 mpg (usgal) 3.5 up on 31's, 4.0L daily driver at 505000 km.
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Doesn't the lift have a bit to do with it too because it makes it less aerodynamic?

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