What RPM do you guys shift at?

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  1. WallyKilla New Member

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    When doing a 1/4 mile run what Rpm shift point will give me the most power before it branches off?
    WallyKilla, Oct 10, 2009
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  2. NotQuik Founding Member

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    I ususally shift around 6200
    NotQuik, Oct 10, 2009
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  3. DarkFireGT Playing with my wife's really makes me want one.

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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.
    DarkFireGT, Oct 10, 2009
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  4. Ken04 New Member

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    when you see 8 new dents in your hood, 4 per side,,,,shift
    Ken04, Oct 11, 2009
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  5. NotQuik Founding Member

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    LOL
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  6. COBESGT New Member

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    Same here, around the 6300 range
    COBESGT, Oct 11, 2009
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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.
    autumn_again, Oct 11, 2009
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