10-09-2013, 01:25 PM
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A True Z Fanatic
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Houston
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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am
Sixth gear is virtually unknown to me. I only use it on the freeway and then I still want to going faster than 55.
Not because of engine damage. 35-40 MPH might get me into 4th but likely still in third.
It is interesting seeing how different driving styles operate.
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It takes a conscious effort for me to let the rpm drop below 3k. Gas mileage be damned, I've got to make up for the 40% of the time I'm creeping along in 1st gear at 12 mph on the freeway.
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