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Old 06-20-2013, 07:06 AM   #18
Richard Wilson
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Default Re: range on a full tank of gas 10us gal

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Originally Posted by Jim/TX View Post
When planning long driving tours, I plan a fuel stop every 100 miles or so (determined by locations of stations, obviously). That handles even the lowest MPG cars in the group, while others only put in 5 or 6 gallons. And we all need a rest break around that time anyway!
I agree. 100 miles (or 2 1/2 hours) is a really good number between tour stops. I always planned for a gas/bathroom stop every 80 to 100 miles for club tours here in the mountains.
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