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Old 10-10-09, 01:53 AM
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What RPM do you guys shift at?

When doing a 1/4 mile run what Rpm shift point will give me the most power before it branches off?
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Old 10-10-09, 07:45 AM
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I ususally shift around 6200
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Old 10-10-09, 08:12 AM
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Best thing to do is get your car dynoed and see where you start losing power. Like NotQuick, I usually shift between 6100 and 6300.
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Old 10-10-09, 09:51 PM
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when you see 8 new dents in your hood, 4 per side,,,,shift
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Old 10-11-09, 01:06 AM
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Old 10-11-09, 08:46 AM
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Same here, around the 6300 range
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Old 10-11-09, 10:07 AM
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i use the check engine light as a shift light.

hah. nah i usually shift around 6200 like everyone else. sometimes a little later not always intentionally though.
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