Swear i just gained 20 hp

Originally Posted by brucelidat Just curious, how do we know when your cars are warmed up? I usually wait about 35 seconds for the RPMs to drop close to 1k

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Originally Posted by brucelidat

Just curious, how do we know when your cars are warmed up? I usually wait about 35 seconds for the RPMs to drop close to 1k then drive slowly out of my parking structure. Is there an official indicator of when we are warmed up enough?

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Originally Posted by Masa

I do the same on cold mornings. I will let it idle for about 30 sec. or so until the revs drop to ~1krpm and drive it normally. I won't push it hard until the oil temps are at 180, then the fun begins.

^ This

When the oil temp reaches 180*F you are good to go. Before then keep the revs low. Not only is the oil cold but it's also under quite a bit of pressure.

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