Integra/New GTP Input

GreenNirvana101 · 05-26-2008, 02:33 PM

Alright everyone - with the price of gas quickly rising along with my bad mpg and having to use super premium... I need to think of an alternative for this summer.

I have come to 2 alternatives:

1. Buy an integra as a DD (30+ MPG on regular gas), and then keep the GTP for a toy as I will be modidng it in the near future.

or

2. Sell the GTP, buy an integra DD for this summer and winter, save up some cash, and buy a newer 2001+ GTP fully loaded in spring with less miles and more modding opportunity.

This is a rough decision, as I really like my GTP right now, but I just don't feel like it is practical to own 2 cars right now... I dont really know!

Any input on this would be great. Also, anyone have experience with an integra GS or LS? My buddy has one and swears by it having no problems, and says they are extremely easy to work on yourself.

Thanks!

Sabrewings · 05-26-2008, 04:13 PM

Think of how much gas it would have to save you if it was going to pay for the cost of buying and insuring (even liability) another car? Usually isn't worth it unless you sell your current one.

I'd try to figure out why your MPG is so low.

GreenNirvana101 · 05-26-2008, 05:24 PM

I get about 20 MPG with a mix of city and hwy.... highest MPG ever was 23 all hwy.... that is pretty low IMO.

I have already changed spark plugs, wires, thermo, fuel line, gaskets, o-rings, alt rewire, voltage booster, etc etc... Although it increased the MPG some, it didn't make a great difference. However, I will be replacing my fuel filter and lower motor mount in a few weeks with Jacob (UR LOSN)... so maybe the fuel filter just needs to be changed....

Anything else that would lead to such low MPG?

Andrew_99GTP · 05-26-2008, 07:14 PM

If you know someone that can tune your car get it tuned for mileage. You won't save anything by buying another car. Even if you sell your car and have to make higher monthly payments you still won't come out ahead.

Chleby · 05-26-2008, 09:47 PM

I just changed my air filter and my mpg jumped up about 2-3...so if you haven't done it i'd do that

SyntheticShield · 05-26-2008, 11:46 PM

Holy cow, my Isuzu gets as good fuel mileage as your GP. It started out at 17mpg, but Ive been playing with it, things here and there and now I have it up to 23 mpg mixed driving though more highway driving.

My GP before it got parked would easily do 32mpg all highway. There's got to be something going on with it. I can generally do low 20's with all city driving depending on how much I use my foot.

PM me when you get a chance or catch me on IM at some time and we'll see what we can come up with.

GreenNirvana101 · 06-08-2008, 10:24 AM

Well I already replaced the spark plugs, wires, thermo, air filter, fuel pressure line, etc.... I will also be replacing the fuel filter next weekend. I'm hoping it helps, but we'll see. For now I'm still getting about 23 MPG mixed city/hwy

Scotty, I'll shoot you a PM - maybe you have some ideas to help me bring it back up.

02BlueGT · 06-08-2008, 01:02 PM

23mpg mixed is pretty good, all highway you should be upper 20s - low 30s(depending on speed and wind)

TDCRacing · 06-08-2008, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 02BlueGT

23mpg mixed is pretty good, all highway you should be upper 20s - low 30s(depending on speed and wind)

yeah it is...i dont even really get much better than that for mixed and im tuned now just highway well thats different

SyntheticShield · 06-08-2008, 03:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GreenNirvana101

Scotty, I'll shoot you a PM - maybe you have some ideas to help me bring it back up.

I replied to ya, hope it helps out some.

05-26-2008, 02:33 PM	#1
GreenNirvana101 GT Level Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Wisco Posts: 200 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader: (1)	Integra/New GTP Input Alright everyone - with the price of gas quickly rising along with my bad mpg and having to use super premium... I need to think of an alternative for this summer. I have come to 2 alternatives: 1. Buy an integra as a DD (30+ MPG on regular gas), and then keep the GTP for a toy as I will be modidng it in the near future. or 2. Sell the GTP, buy an integra DD for this summer and winter, save up some cash, and buy a newer 2001+ GTP fully loaded in spring with less miles and more modding opportunity. This is a rough decision, as I really like my GTP right now, but I just don't feel like it is practical to own 2 cars right now... I dont really know! Any input on this would be great. Also, anyone have experience with an integra GS or LS? My buddy has one and swears by it having no problems, and says they are extremely easy to work on yourself. Thanks! __________________ Former Camaro muscle and DSM *turbo* owner - now moving into the GTP *Supercharged* world! 1997 GTP - STOCK.... for now

05-26-2008, 04:13 PM	#2
Sabrewings GXP Level Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Barksdale AFB, LA Posts: 2,838 Thanks: 8 Thanked 36 Times in 36 Posts iTrader: (0)	Re: Integra/New GTP Input Think of how much gas it would have to save you if it was going to pay for the cost of buying and insuring (even liability) another car? Usually isn't worth it unless you sell your current one. I'd try to figure out why your MPG is so low. __________________ 2004 Impala LS - got some mods NAIOA Moderator Making you think twice before picking on Impalas

05-26-2008, 05:24 PM	#3
GreenNirvana101 GT Level Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Wisco Posts: 200 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader: (1)	Re: Integra/New GTP Input I get about 20 MPG with a mix of city and hwy.... highest MPG ever was 23 all hwy.... that is pretty low IMO. I have already changed spark plugs, wires, thermo, fuel line, gaskets, o-rings, alt rewire, voltage booster, etc etc... Although it increased the MPG some, it didn't make a great difference. However, I will be replacing my fuel filter and lower motor mount in a few weeks with Jacob (UR LOSN)... so maybe the fuel filter just needs to be changed.... Anything else that would lead to such low MPG? __________________ Former Camaro muscle and DSM *turbo* owner - now moving into the GTP *Supercharged* world! 1997 GTP - STOCK.... for now

05-26-2008, 07:14 PM	#4
Andrew_99GTP GTX Level Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: New Salem, ND Posts: 845 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (4)	Re: Integra/New GTP Input If you know someone that can tune your car get it tuned for mileage. You won't save anything by buying another car. Even if you sell your car and have to make higher monthly payments you still won't come out ahead. __________________ Red 2dr 99 GTP: Z7 t66, A/A IC'd, Custom Heads, 65# Inj, ST2 Cam, Meziere Elec Pump, JP Double Roller(with machined crank gear), Plogs, PLX W/B, Powrtuner 99 Regal GS (work car)

05-26-2008, 09:47 PM	#5
Chleby GT Level Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Posts: 376 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (0)	Re: Integra/New GTP Input I just changed my air filter and my mpg jumped up about 2-3...so if you haven't done it i'd do that __________________ 2001 Grand Prix GT...turbo build soon to come http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2618949 Andrew Chleborad....Sioux Falls, SD

05-26-2008, 11:46 PM	#6
SyntheticShield Administrator Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 6,754 Thanks: 15 Thanked 52 Times in 37 Posts iTrader: (5)	Re: Integra/New GTP Input Holy cow, my Isuzu gets as good fuel mileage as your GP. It started out at 17mpg, but Ive been playing with it, things here and there and now I have it up to 23 mpg mixed driving though more highway driving. My GP before it got parked would easily do 32mpg all highway. There's got to be something going on with it. I can generally do low 20's with all city driving depending on how much I use my foot. PM me when you get a chance or catch me on IM at some time and we'll see what we can come up with. __________________ Scotty Hall Bartlesville, OK 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP It whines a lot, but I like it. The only limitation you will ever face in life is yourself!

06-08-2008, 10:24 AM	#7
GreenNirvana101 GT Level Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Wisco Posts: 200 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader: (1)	Re: Integra/New GTP Input Well I already replaced the spark plugs, wires, thermo, air filter, fuel pressure line, etc.... I will also be replacing the fuel filter next weekend. I'm hoping it helps, but we'll see. For now I'm still getting about 23 MPG mixed city/hwy Scotty, I'll shoot you a PM - maybe you have some ideas to help me bring it back up. __________________ Former Camaro muscle and DSM *turbo* owner - now moving into the GTP *Supercharged* world! 1997 GTP - STOCK.... for now

06-08-2008, 01:02 PM	#8
02BlueGT GTX Level Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Hoffman/Schaumburg, IL Posts: 869 Thanks: 15 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts iTrader: (0)	Re: Integra/New GTP Input 23mpg mixed is pretty good, all highway you should be upper 20s - low 30s(depending on speed and wind) __________________ 2002 GT...Wizardair, ZZP 2.5 o/r dp, Special Eddition two-tone leather interior added, HUD added, 12" Brake Upgrade, ZZP strut tower bars, gmpp sway bars,-6an braided SS fuel hoses , Hptuned, Top Swaped..... I've got Boost!! I've got only 1.5* KR left my poor L36 block.....

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads for: Integra/New GTP Input
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Need Some Input On a GP	SyntheticShield	The Lounge	31	02-22-2008 07:14 AM
intense input shaft	silverbullet	3.8L V6 Supercharged (L67)(L32)	11	02-14-2008 02:54 PM
WTB: Intense input shaft	shaferz	Wanted Items	1	01-12-2008 10:59 AM
Need more input for stock 3.8 NA	03GPScottyd	3.8L V6 Naturaly Aspirated (L36)(L26)	14	01-01-2008 07:19 PM

Integra/New GTP Input

Integra/New GTP Input

Similar Threads for: Integra/New GTP Input