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Old 07-26-2003, 06:34 PM
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What is the best RPM to shift at when racing? I have a 99 Trans Am M6
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500-700 rpm's above your peak horsepower. so between 5500 and 5700 rpm for you
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500-700 rpm's above your peak horsepower. so between 5500 and 5700 rpm for you
Good info!!!!
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5400 seems best for me.
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Default Re: What is the best RPM to shift at when racing
500-700 rpm's above your peak horsepower. so between 5500 and 5700 rpm for you
Good info!!!!
then perhaps you should fill us all in on proper shifting rpm's
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