Increasing efficiency - Page 4 - G35Driver - Infiniti G35 & G37 Forum Discussion

Jun 10, 2006 | 11:50 PM

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jawjaw

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From: Houston

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Originally Posted by Jeff92se

Why does spending $3,000 on light wheels/tires for the sole purpose of MPG fail my logic? Let's say you gain 2 mph with this mod. You know how long it would take to break even?

I always love the logic behind spending a lot of money to save a little. The best way to save in gas in a G35 is to get out and push.

Jun 11, 2006 | 10:02 AM

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kevink

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From: Oklahoma

I'm not sure how fast you can save money buying another car for the gas mileage savings help. Have to buy insurance, tags, maintanence, etc. Unless you drive enough weekly that you end up saving money on depreciation on the G35.

Jun 11, 2006 | 04:34 PM

#48

Shugixxer

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From: Leonardo, NJ

I was on course to put 40k on the car this year, the car already has lost a good amount of value (relatively) which is why I was able to get such a good deal on it, as the prior owner put crazy miles on it too. 40k miles at 17mpg compared to 40k at 35mpg, is significant, but im more concerned with saving miles on teh car, as I don't want to "wear it out" too quickly! I hope to have it for a LONG time!!!!

When I drive the Civic back and forth to work, and then get in the G, I get that "new car" feeling every time!! Its great!!!! :-)

Jun 26, 2006 | 01:00 AM

#49

aum003

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From: Bay Area, CA

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Originally Posted by DaveB

And yes, the VQ is happy to roll well past 250K miles......but how many of us really own a car that long

my last car (which i still use) is a 92 Honda Civic. 270k mi... I will pass it on to my children

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Originally Posted by jawjaw

I always love the logic behind spending a lot of money to save a little. The best way to save in gas in a G35 is to get out and push.

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Originally Posted by GEE PASTA

Maybe think about a tow truck with your car behind it.

PS I just had to post this

though this is a bit personal I don't at all mean for it to be offensive.people like this with smart a$$ comments are just stating the obvious. Use your brain for half a second and think, "I really sound like a 13 year old with pointless reply posts" I hope you feel better about yourself at night thinking.. man, all the guys on the forum are gonna get a great kick out of my last post....

thank you for your dull humor, and waste of space on this server. you guys should really thank the admin for letting you guys waste the space.

on a note that actually matters...
One thing I did find helpful in city was putting the car into nuetral at long stops (red lights, pedestrians crossing, etc.) I was wondering if it was worth the damange (if any). Also, I feel like bringing the car up to speed keeps the car working harder longer... in turn burning more fuel than just getting to a good speed 25-40 and just cruising. basically.. is it better to stay under 2500 alll the way to 30mph, or is it better to get to 30mph and immediately cruising?