Saabaru

I ordered a second Belkin car adapter off eBay. I took this one apart and hardwired into the back of the cigarette lighter adapter. I then stashed it behind the dash, and ran the wire under the shifter to under the center console, on the passenger side.
I put the switch for the FM Modulator in the glove compartment.

Now, finally, the FM Modulator install is clean!
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So, after about 2500 miles, I'd say that we're averaging about 20 to 21 mpg in the Saabaru. That is horrible IMO. Granted I travel 60-80% on non highway roads. The past few tanks have been in the 20mpg range, and those both included a chunk of highway driving.

Perhaps I have a lead foot? Maybe. But, I try my best to shift at 3,000-3,500 rpm and I throw it in 5th gear when going at a constant 45mph to reduce RPMs. Of course, there are a few miles of spirited driving on every tank, but, overall, I try my best, but still cannot squeeze any better than this.

Coming from the Jeep and Tahoe (both get about 13 - 14mpg)I, it's nice to get some 'fuel economy', but it's pretty frutrating that I do not get more.
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Well, the license plates came in last week from the fabulous Calif. DMV. I SO do not want to put them on. The dealer did not leave me with any license plate screws for the front nor rear, so I went to go get some screws.

I'll put the rear plate on this week. I refuse to drill into the front bumper for the front plate unil I get a fix-it ticket!
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