# A.M.E.C. Economy Run - Fonda, NY  8-23-09

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**Created:** [July 1, 2009, 7:29pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/a-m-e-c-economy-run-fonda-ny-8-23-09/245162 "2009-07-01T19:29:03Z")\
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**Post date:** [July 10, 2009, 11:43pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/a-m-e-c-economy-run-fonda-ny-8-23-09/245162/33 "2009-07-10T23:43:27Z")

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> [@Thought the PS3 wouldn't sell on eBay?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/thought-the-ps3-wouldnt-sell-on-ebay/19743/38):
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> This is exactly the method we use for measuring fuel usage at our event. We fill the cars until we can _see_ the fuel level in the filler neck [with the little unleaded fuel flapper door held open with the nozzle. It takes extreme care and extra time to do this, but I have lots of practice.
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> **Toyota and Lexus owners** browsing this thread, be aware that on most models, you can’t top up your tanks to the rim without causing a CEL and possible damage to your charcoal vapor canister. How do we handle these vehicles? We simply fill on the slowest speed and stop after the first click off.
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> Mike

i’ve never heard of this, think my '88 is different?

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