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smit2557
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Posted: Nov 8, 2007, 9:21 AM
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Can anyone tell me if there is a difference in mileage after installing a Stage 1 on HO Turbo PT under normal daily driving conditions, not, aggresive performance driving?
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mean green
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Posted: Nov 8, 2007, 7:20 PM
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Can anyone tell me if there is a difference in mileage after installing a Stage 1 on HO Turbo PT under normal daily driving conditions, not, aggresive performance driving?
Since you get some more torque with Stage 1 it will take less gas/effort to get going, BUT the trick is with so much more power can you keep your foot out of it and not drop your mpg??????????
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SmittysPT
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Posted: Nov 9, 2007, 1:40 PM
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Re: [smit2557] Stage 1-Mileage
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It did not hurt mine, but I can't keep my foot from falling to the floor so mine is not great..... but the fun sure improved....
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eldersptgt
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Posted: Nov 19, 2007, 8:40 PM
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My stage one w/ the magna-flow exhaust yielded 17mpg in mixed driving. I took my stage one out.
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Bluephrog
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Posted: Nov 20, 2007, 6:10 PM
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Installing Stage I gives you the potential for higher/lower gas mileage. I have been able to get higher mpg than without the Stage I and I also have been able to get new lows in mpg with Stage I. So, as you can see Stage I gives you more choice, who doesn't want more choice? I highly recommend it. The fun factor is great and the overall drivability is much better. Plus it is a must for any other preformance related mods.
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madkat
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My stage one w/ the magna-flow exhaust yielded 17mpg in mixed driving. I took my stage one out.
I get 16.7 in my GT without stage 1... Do I even WANT to know what mine would be with the stage 1?
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Gary04GT
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My stage one w/ the magna-flow exhaust yielded 17mpg in mixed driving. I took my stage one out.
I get 16.7 in my GT without stage 1... Do I even WANT to know what mine would be with the stage 1?
After 33 months driving my "S1" PT-GT I continue to be pleased with its gas mileage -- 16 to 20 mpg for local driving (mostly rural roads) and 24 to 28 mpg for highway driving. On a long trip with the "right" road conditions and a "nice tail-wind"  I can sometimes get 30 mpg.  
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Rich W
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I think the best I have ever achieved with my bone stock DC3 5 speed is 27-28 MPG highway. I usually pull 20-22 in mixed driving but I will say this is totally dependant on how hard you hit it! So even stock it is up to the drivers right foot!
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eldersptgt
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Gary 04Gt has it spot on. I put my stage one back in and took my foot out of the floor board and i got 25.2 mpg on my last PT cruiser cruise in mixed driving mostly highway 75% at 75mph. I only changed the computer out i haven't even changed out the plugs or anything. i now get better mileage w/ teh stage ---when i keep my foot out of it--- the extra torque makes a huge difference but you have to keep your foot out of it all the time.
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DREAM2ME
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Posted: May 13, 2008, 8:15 PM
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HELLO,IS STAGE1THE SAME ASMOD1
INSTALLED BY THE DEALER?
AND WHAT IS IT FOR?
DREAM2ME
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CudaPT
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HELLO,IS STAGE1THE SAME ASMOD1
INSTALLED BY THE DEALER?
AND WHAT IS IT FOR?
DREAM2ME
I have no idea what MOD1 is?
Stage1 is a PCM upgrade that changes so many factors.
Torque curves
Shift points for auto's so it's more fun
Higher boost so you go faster
It basically wakes up the PT and takes it from a very docile IMHO boring car to one that is fun to drive.
And the specs from www.mopar.com for the 2003 Model years. After 03 its just a PCM swap since the injectors became standard.
Manual Transmission - Increased WOT and part throttle boost
- Enhanced 1st gear boost schedule for a higher performance launch
- Optimized calibration for the MOPAR blow off valve conversion kit
- Improved turbo response
- Boost hold feature during WOT shifts
- Soft rev limiter
Automatic Transmission - Increased WOT and part throttle boost
- Optimized calibration for the MOPAR blow off valve conversion kit
- Improved turbo response
- Performance optimized transmission calibration
Stage 1 Turbo Upgrade Kit
235 hp @ 5200 rpm
260 ft-lbs @ 3600-4400 rpm  Fuel Injectors -- 527cc/min*  MOPAR Performance Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Upper to Lower Intake Manifold Gasket (for 2003 models)
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Phssst! Looking for a 13.9 second pass in the 1/4 this year..
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DREAM2ME
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THANKS,CUDA
I HAD A 67 FORMLA FASTBACK[340/727W8000 STALL]
AND SHE WOULD DO 13'S ALL DAY.
THE QUESTION YOU ARE CORRECT.
I AM IN THE PROCESS OF PURCHACING A 5 SPEED.
THEY HAD THOSE PUT ON AT THE STEALER.
1OWNER[THEN I HAVE 2 DC2'S AUTO/STICK]
CRUISE AMERICA
DREAM2ME
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smit7773
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I am running ST1 with a 5-speed, and I'm getting an average of 18 mpg around town.
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