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  1. chainsaw

    Improve fuel efficiency in my M1009

    Thanks, nyoffroad. I'm going out to check my hub locks right now. I do suspect hubs because as I was doing a tight turn recently, I felt that familiar clunking resistance from the front end you normally get in 4X4 mode, but I was in 2X4. I did use 4X4 during a few of these crazy snowstorms...
  2. chainsaw

    Improve fuel efficiency in my M1009

    I don't know how to check for stuck hub locks, but I aim to find out. After having the IP replaced, injectors replaced, new air, glows, and fuel filter, topped out tire pressure (stock 31s), I have managed to improve my mileage from 11.5 to an award-winning 13.3mpg. I'm still searching for the...
  3. chainsaw

    Improve fuel efficiency in my M1009

    IMPROVING MY ROTTEN 13.2 MPG on CUCV Yes, I feel I have the right to whine about the mileage of my M1009. Before I replaced the injector pump, had it timed and vib dampener replaced I was getting around 11.5 mpg. Now driving like grandma, I get a whopping 13.2. What's up? It runs and starts...
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