What's wrong with gas mileage? Any info?

No

 

You mean; No + 2% MPG x 4WD - Automatic + crosswind / radio antenna = Yes?

 

Exactly what I meant

 

Honest mistake...everyone forgets to carry the 9.

 

So you think bigger wheels/tires and lift kits were going to boost your gas mileage?

 

I'd sacrifice gas mileage, over having an economy car. I don't own a car/truck to just go from A to B.

 

Make shure gas cap clicks and seals properly,and there is grease on your joints.

 

And make sure your blinker fluid tank is full.

 

This forum can be such a harsh crowd. How many here had an early 80's Toyota 4WD with lift and got better than 20 mpg. Now how many here have a full size domestic that is not only larger, has more cab room more towing capacity and gets better MPG than their Tacoma.And I would second the statement that I have always been able to get better MPG than the EPA benchmark. Soooo keep this in mind that some come here with better expectations from the Toyota name plate to deliver but sadly find out that no... this little truck is sensitive and anything you do-will impact mpg

 

Odometer reading is off transmission, spedo is off tires, Odometer should not be affected by tire size, but none are 100% correct.

OP, with that lift and tire size, you would be lucky to get anything above 16 on the highway. most likely 14-15 for city/highway is what you should expect. add in some wheeling and maybe 12 if lucky.

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/u-joint-grease.274824/ http://news.carjunky.com/gas_mileage/saving-gas-easy-as-capping-gas-tank-abc468.shtml

 

I was just messing around. I know your suggestions had a legitimate basis.

It's obvious why the OP only gets 12 mpgs. I'm assuming he knows that too since he posted a picture of the truck with the question. Hence why everyone is just screwing with him lol.

 

Good to know! Means I've been getting low 12s city then with no lift and only 265/75s

On the blinker fluid front; there's so few good DIYs out there, but I've bookmarked this one for the next time I'm due:

 

Saved for later!!

 

Such an overlooked part of peoples maintenance schedules

 

Sure it is. When the RPM drops for a given MPH because the gearing is reduced with bigger tires, the gearbox is turning lower RPM as well.

OP, you have several things to consider, outside of mechanical maintenance.

1) actually calculate the real MPG, don't do the MPT guess-ti-mates. Keep records, average several tanks. Note primary driving conditions on each tank. You know, like hooning, cruising, city, hwy, etc.

2) Use the tire calcuator to figure out your basic delta of OE readings and your aftermarket readings.

3) verify against a GPS for both steady state speed and specific distance. 10 miles at a steady 60 is a good benchmark.

4) rerun you calculations with your new data. I bet you are doing better than you think.

5) proceed to known maintenance issues. Everything matters a little bit, but don't expect a 25% jump from a tuneup.

6) Understand that lifts/tires/wheels will lower MPG, handling ability (on the street) and impact stopping distances. Everytime something is modified, something is compromised. If you make choices for off road capability, you'll impact street/hwy performance in some way.

That's life with vehicles. Any vehicle you want to mod, not just trucks.

It takes a very thought out approach. Know what the pros and cons are to every mod before proceeding, use quality products and install them properly, and you'll avoid many disappointments.

 

Say what? I'm gona need more of an explanation, or at least a pie chart.

 

We still have a winter blend of gas. They haven't switched to summer yet. Mine takes a hit from 20 to 18 in the winter.

 

The lift and the tires are probably doing it.