I issue a challenge!!!

[diamondlarry]

Fill up to the first click and no more.

I don't want to be a stick in the mud but I have a concern about this fill-up method. I have noticed that if there are other people pumping at the same time the flow rate isn't as fast which means that more fuel could get in before the pump kicks off. I've noticed that when the fuel is flowing fast, it tends to splash more thereby causing the pump to kick off faster. Maybe we need suggestions on the best fill-up method? I'll go first with my method. I fill up at the same pump, facing the same direction, etc. I then fill until the fuel is about ready to run out of the filler neck. Then I shake the car to make sure the air bubbles are out then refill as necessary until the fuel is even with the filler neck. I realize that people who have to use the special pumps that seal up may have a difficult time using this method. I re-filled in St. Louis, MO one time and had to hold the spring loaded seal with my other hand to make the above method work. I agree that a long distance would be the most accurate way to measure fuel economy. The problem is that I don't always have the time to go that far. :-(