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1984 244DL - Preparation for 1300 mile drive 200

posted by  Volvodad on  Tue Mar 22 14:56 CST 2005
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You don't mention the air filter in your long list of items you've checked/replaced. That could be a contributor to sooty plugs and low fuel economy. New one is maybe $7.

Check all fluids, and carry a bit extra of whatever looks like it may be low or leaking. Don't overlook the rear axle lube level - pretty easy to check once you get the back end elevated a few inches.

One more thing is wheel alignment - any unusual front tire wear and you should do this. It will pay off in tire life and fuel economy.
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Bob (son's 81-244GL B21F, dtr's 83-244DL B23F, 'my' 94-944 B230FD; plus grocery-getter Dodge minivan, hobbycar 77 MGB, and a few old motorcycles)






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