Something other than speed and looks... - Hyundai Performance Forums

rmackay · 09-05-2002, 12:41 PM

In reading all the posts on these forums, it seems the only thing everyone talks about is getting more speed and udpating the looks of the cars. While that is great for those folks, I am quite happy with the looks and speed of my 2002 Sonata LX (v6, ABS, TCS, Moonroof, etc.).

What I would like to know, is what enhancements I can make that would simply add to fuel economy and engine life.

Thanks!

Robert

DSM-SONATA · 09-05-2002, 06:51 PM

Change fuel filter often, or at least at logbook service. use mobil 1 synthetic engine oil, 100,000 km's on my original sonata motor and it was like NEW when opened up. Also using it on my eclipse motor and it is also very new looking despite the hard time it gets.

Tenshi · 09-11-2002, 09:35 AM

Like DSM-Sonata said, regular maintainace is going to be your major contributor. Here's some of the things i do:

- Change the oil regularly. I do my own oil changes so I know what's going in my car. I us Castrol GTS 5W/30 oil mixed with about a half quart of Lucas Oil Extender. I use a Purilator ONE oil filter, and make sure the filter is changed everytime the oil is changed.

- I also just added a Fram Quikdrain Valve on my oil pan, has nothing to do with fuel economy, but it sure makes draining the oil quick a a lot less painless.

- If you're not going to switch out the intake system, at least put a K&N filter in your car. K&N's not only will save you on fuel, but they give a little extra hp, cause' your car can breath better. K&N's also last a long time. They run btween $40-50 on average, but if you clean the filter regularly, it will last you 3-5 years.

- Check the pressure in your tires once a week. Make sure your tires are filled according to the psi range on the sidewall of the tire. Rotate your tires regularly (I usually rotate mine when I change my oil) so they wear evenly and when the treads start wearring low, go ahead a get new tires.

That's all I have for now. If I think of anything else I do, I'll come back a post it.

AUTOBOT · 09-11-2002, 10:21 AM

Regular maintainence is the key.