Paddle shifting - RPMs

10-20-2003, 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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10-20-2003, 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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10-21-2003, 12:47 AM

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shift when you hear the buzzer

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10-27-2003, 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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10-27-2003, 08:23 PM

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That's what I do

That must be fun! :D

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