Hi there
This is a simple one I think. I'm currently getting 6.2 mpg out of my series 3 with overdrive, its been like this for a year now. Before a like for like engine change I had 35-40 mpg!!!! but with the same carb. I have now had to rebuild this engine and there is no real improvement in fuel consumption. The mixture screw is only half a turn from fully tight and it only comfortably idles at 1100 rpm. The garage took the emission control off as they didn't think I needed it. Is it time to rectify another mistake by the garage by buying a new carb?
This is a simple one I think. I'm currently getting 6.2 mpg out of my series 3 with overdrive, its been like this for a year now. Before a like for like engine change I had 35-40 mpg!!!! but with the same carb. I have now had to rebuild this engine and there is no real improvement in fuel consumption. The mixture screw is only half a turn from fully tight and it only comfortably idles at 1100 rpm. The garage took the emission control off as they didn't think I needed it. Is it time to rectify another mistake by the garage by buying a new carb?
