Quote Originally Posted by recian View Post
Welcome. I've got a 84 TD project. I'm glad to finally see some MPG numbers to aim for. My current goal is 40 on standard diesel. I'm thinking 2wd with no options, no p/s or a/c, lighten it as much as possible with a better turbo, 3" exhaust and an intercooler that shouldnt be a problem.
That should possible with a light foot. I had a 1981 Toyota longbed 2wd diesel, with a 2.2 liter non-turbo engine, and it got around 30mpg, and that was with the engine completely worn out. It could have been 35 stock with a new engine I think.