Sucking gas more then usual.

[VFDPrim]

Hey all so my 98 1500 is now sucking down way more gas then it was a few months ago. now brakes aren't dragging or anything engine sounds the same as it did before. the only known issues is a small coolant leak and the u joints are shot other then that all seems good. wondering where I should start looking for the issue at or if anyone has ideas. got questions ask I would be happy to answer for an educated answer thanks in advance

 

[dodge dude94]

What is your average oil consumption and when did you last do an ignition tune up?

 

[VFDPrim]

oil consumption seems to be normal never really have to add more. and ignition tune-up? not sure what you mean by that but I got spark plugs and all that fun stuff last spring I do believe

 

[dodge dude94]

That's exactly what I meant.


Generally speaking there are only a few things that cause a sudden drop like that: Blown plenum, worn/failed ignition parts or a slipping trans.

 

[VFDPrim]

hmm trans seems fine not sure what a plenum is will have to look into that . thanks

 

[dapepper9]

Sticky at the top of this page

 

[VFDPrim]

Sticky at the top of this page

not sure what you mean or what to look for at the top

 

[dodge dude94]

not sure what you mean or what to look for at the top

This

http://www.ramforum.com/threads/ple...-it-and-what-should-i-do-about-it-info.37635/