Tim Rogers wrote:

> "Paul Regal" > wrote in message
> ...
>
>>Has anyone ever setup a VW Bug for High Mileage?
>>I have a 68 Bug..wanna set it up for HIGHER Mileage
>>any setups or carbs available anywhere?
>>
>>
>
>
> ...............A stock engine with the original carburetor is about the best
> available option for gas economy in a pre-75 year model bug. Driving style
> is far more important. You're not going to match the 38 mpg at 65 mph of a
> Honda civic with an aircooled engine that was designed 70 years ago unless
> you drive it at a much lower speed. Even then, you'll have trouble getting
> 30 mpg unless everything is perfect.
>
> ...........With my '77 bug, the L-Jetronic EFI with a stock cam & exhaust
> system on a fully balanced Berg 1679 gets about 28 or 29 mpg at a steady 65
> mph. Unfortunately, I like to drive at 75 to 85 mph...........lol
>
LOL
OTOH I had a KG w/1600cc (stock) that would routinely get 38-40 MPG
at a very steady 60MPH. (I did cheat a bit with more advance than
is recommended but one has to assume the risks that go with it...)

Speedy Jim
http://www.nls.net/mp/volks/