D^2,
OK, so I rounded up from 16.5. I have checked it on several
occassions and yes I have checked the speed/mileage with a newer car following
me. This has been one of the best 440s I have owned. Its not a high
mileage car so maybe that has something to do with it. I did replace the
original Holley with a Carter. I once owned a 76 New Yorker which also got
me in the 17 mpg range on the highway. A friend has a 77 T&C wagon
which has been converted from lean burn to a Mopar performance ignition and that
big girl gets 16 mpg. Worst 440 I had for mileage was my 75
Imperial. That thing got 10 mpg no matter if it was in the city or on the
highway.
Happy motoring.
Dale
68 Crown Coupe
60 New Yorkers
78 LeBaron T&C
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