You might be able to pick up an extra mpg or two by doing a very
complete tune up (depends how over-due it is), an alignment, get tires
with less width, and drive slower. I agree with the other poster that
smaller wheels do nothing but make you *think* your mileage is better..

Carl


"abc" <a@bc.net> wrote in message
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> i'm trying to improve the fuel economy on my 95 civic coupe auto by
> changing to smaller tyres. best i can get is 36mpg with stock 15"
> alloys. I need to get at least 40mpg if possible. I was wondering if
> anyone knows if 13" or 14" alloys would fit. I think these were
> standard on the hatchback models. Thanks
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