Re:We converted to diesel for just that reason.


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Posted by Jonas on July 10, 2000 at 10:25:19:

In Reply to: diesel conversion e-mails?result of high gas prices? posted by Charlie on July 06, 2000 at 00:44:06:

We had a SUV (wifes car) to drive around in, it was nice but still at it's best only got 19 to 20 MPG. We found a nice low mileage '81 VW jetta diesel, and are very happy with the switch. That little car gets 48-50 MPG!! And diesel is $1.53/gal opposed to reg unled. which is 1.65/gal. Yes you go a little slower up hills but hey. I drive a PW also so I'm used to the lifestyle. Heres a interesting tidbit about diesels: The individual I bought the car from puts a qt of ATF in the fuel tank every 3rd fillup. He says it's a great detergent and helps extend the life of pump and injectors. A rebuilt pump costs more than I paid for the whole car! Apparently you can run a diesel on ATF alone but it would be way too expensive.


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