Stock trans. shift points?

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Nov 7, 2008 | 04:24 PM

Adam2001WS6

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Stock trans. shift points?

I just wanted to get a feel for where everyone is shifting during normal city driving, if there is such a thing as "normal"... Basically, like your everyday commute whether it be to work, the store, etc. If you could list RPM, MPH or both. If you shift during a range of either, please list that also. Thanks!

Nov 7, 2008 | 04:38 PM

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2K for me. No Cam.

Nov 7, 2008 | 05:29 PM

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I'm basically stock except for some goodies in my sig. I shift at 2,000. I also baby my car and make sure my shifts are smooth.

Nov 7, 2008 | 05:38 PM

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Stock cam: Putt-putt driving is 2-2.5k. Pulling into cross traffic (not freeway) is 2.5-3.5k. Entering fast traffic is anywhere from 3.5-redline; just depends on situation. Upshift whenever possible when maintaining with traffic flow or cruiseing to keep rpms between 1500-1700 rpm.

Nov 7, 2008 | 05:41 PM

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same 2-3 grand on the street we have enough tq to pull comfortably away from a stand still

Nov 7, 2008 | 08:06 PM

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Yeah, That's what I thought. I normally shift at 2,000 rpm, but usually in between 2,000 and 2,500 RPM. However, I usually cruise between 1,000 and 1,500 RPM... I'd say more closer to 1,500 though.

Does putting a cam in the car change where you would normally shift RPM-wise?

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Nov 8, 2008 | 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Adam2001WS6

Yeah, That's what I thought. I normally shift at 2,000 rpm, but usually in between 2,000 and 2,500 RPM. However, I usually cruise between 1,000 and 1,500 RPM... I'd say more closer to 1,000 though.

Does putting a cam in the car change where you would normally shift RPM-wise?

It is not a yes or no answer. It depends on the cam and what other mods you have. Also, i wouldn't recommend cruising at 1K unless your in a parking garage going 10mph. Lugging the engine at higher speeds and higher gears can put undue strain on the valvetrain.