Klebert L. Hall wrote:
> From: "Lupe Rodriguez" <lupee@xxxxxxx> > Subject: Re: IML: My Imperial Dilemma > > Oh yes, I enjoy my Imperial. I just spent another $125 on it > for some spare window motors and switches. I really hate > that it only gets about 6 mpg. A carburetor is probably in > order. A tech here in San Diego will do it for $160. > Lupe Eek! I'd say a carb, at least - it should get between 11 & 16.
(self-reply)That being said, if you work at it, you can make an Imperial get almost as little mileage as you want - full-throttle acceleration is thirsty. The above was 'average' mileage, city driving is more like 8 or 10. My '69 averaged 13 very predictably when in good tune.
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