Adam2001WS6

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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!

LiquidSword

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2K for me. No Cam.

TheBlueKnight

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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.

Shadow1999

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.

ndfrsd6

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

Adam2001WS6

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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?

Shadow1999

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.

the_merv

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I'll be running 3.89 Gears, so at 80 in the highway it'll be about 2000RPM's.
I want to try and stay around that RPM in the city and other driving, unless I'm playing with it.

Adam2001WS6

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Bah... I meant to say "closer to 1,500 though." Can't readily pass someone at 1,000 RPM in 6th gear. Haha