Re: 2001 PT Cruiser Limited Edition

On May 16, 10:37 pm, Jerry <jerry-n-ve...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
> My 2001, stick tranny, has 74k on it.  I get 21-23 in town and 26-28
> highway.  And that is in brutally hot Las Vegas and using AC.  Keep
> tires at 36psi, K&N air filter, Penzoil 10w-30, and thermal barriers
> around the air intake system. I think the main reasons I get these
> numbers is slow acceleration, braking slowly and early, and keeping my
> speed down.
>
> CitizenJimseracwrote:
> > I just bought a 2001 limited edition PT Cruiser
> > and really like it.  It has 60,000 miles on it but was well maintained
> > and in good shape.
>
> > But the mileage is terrible - luckily I don't drive far
> > distance and can live with it no problem.
>
> > Any hints to improve mileage?  I'm using the cheapest
> > gas (lowest octane) right now.  Would using a higher
> > octane help?  Most of my driving is done in the city
> > rather than on the freeways.
>
> > Thanks
> > CJ

Hah! Vegas, lived there for several
years.

I've already pumped up the tires
to 34psi and that's as high as I
feel safe with.  I've already noticed
an improvement in the mileage.

What brand and octane of gas do you use.

Ctiizen Jimserac