How Do I Downshift Properly?

roplusbee

LOL. I wasn't even going to look at this thread until one of my coworkers said "hey, that one looks like a winner!"

I personally don't coast in neutral for fear of being rear ended (again) and I like to have a gear to get out of dodge if necessary. All that is on the street.

On a road course or canyon / spirited / Tail of the Dragon run, I engage SRM (since I normally have it off) and ensure that I stay above 3k RPM so that I don't loose boost response. I learned that hard way that SRM downshifts can cause the car to lurch forward, so I stay above the boost threshold.

Your experience could be different. We don't know what your setup is (NA or FI). The only advice I can give you is to learn how the car behaves and adjust as necessary. Seat time is where it's at.

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