 The Jeep was hampered by larger...  The Jeep was hampered by larger than stock tires, a lift, and lots of added weight. Still, the fuel-o-meter on the dash told David he was getting over 21 mpg. |  Joe's two-wheel drive was...  Joe's two-wheel drive was one of the lightest trucks of the group and was well tuned. Joe also was one of the most conservative drivers, coasting whenever he could, and trying to draft behind Project Rust Bucket. We doubt it helped any, as the paint falling off of PRB probably just got stuck in his grille. |  Tommy was having trouble staying...  Tommy was having trouble staying awake at our 65-mph pace, and reported his monster turbo was only making about 2 psi of boost for the majority of the trip. |
 After the test was over, we...  After the test was over, we all headed back in our separate directions. With the ocean on the right and the speed cranked up to 75 mph, we didn't even mind dropping down a few miles per gallon. More than anything, this trip was about having a little fun despite high fuel costs, and proving that as far as efficiency goes, diesels are still at the top of the heap. |  Don't believe us? You can...  Don't believe us? You can take the same route we did and get your own numbers. |  Project Rust Bucket was feeling...  Project Rust Bucket was feeling happy about the low speeds, but with no overdrive the truck still turns about 2,200 rpm at 65 mph, a far cry from the 1,600-1,800 rpm that is needed for the best fuel economy. |
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Old IronOn The Way Up The Coast We Saw Quite A Few Street Rods, As Well as stockers that were for sale at $6,000 each. The Model A particularly got our attention as we thought how cool would it be to putt around in an old diesel rod. Although a 4bt would be tempting, we'd opt for a Kubota tractor engine that made about 40 hp. That way we'd get a gazillion miles per gallon, and it's doubtful you'd want to go much faster than 55 mph in one of those tin cans anyhow.