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Old Oct 20, 2003 | 09:13 PM
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Paddle shifting - RPMs

I ram starting to get into paddle shifting on my RX-8 automatic. Any idea's where optimun RPM's should be when paddling(shifting) thru different gears.
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Old Oct 20, 2003 | 09:19 PM
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Optimum rpms for what? Acceleration? then shift at redline. For maximum fuel economy? shift at 2500 or 3000 rpm.

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Old Oct 21, 2003 | 12:47 AM
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shift when you hear the buzzer
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Old Oct 27, 2003 | 07:20 PM
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Originally posted by mikeb
shift when you hear the buzzer
That's what I do
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Old Oct 27, 2003 | 08:23 PM
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Originally posted by my10ae
That's what I do
That must be fun! :D
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