2.3 running rpm's
06-11-2006, 10:16 PM
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2.3 running rpm's
how many rps do ya shift at and cruse at?
06-11-2006, 10:25 PM
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RE: 2.3 running rpm's
I would guess near redline to get a little power outta them
*hides from 2.3 owners*
06-11-2006, 10:27 PM
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RE: 2.3 running rpm's
i think they got a lot of power as it is but my car seemes like its not getting good gas milege
06-11-2006, 11:09 PM
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RE: 2.3 running rpm's
sure it just doesnt need a good old tune up?
06-11-2006, 11:16 PM
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RE: 2.3 running rpm's
my auto shifts at about 3500, and depending on speed, i cruise at about 2500. on the highway i cruise at about 3750
06-12-2006, 08:55 AM
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RE: 2.3 running rpm's
I normally shift at 3000, anything more just seems like a waste. There are times when getting on the highway in 3rd gear, that I'll run it to 4500 or thereabouts. I do like 75-80 at around 2900-3000 rpm.
06-12-2006, 11:18 AM
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RE: 2.3 running rpm's
thats when i envy you for having a 5spd[&o]
06-12-2006, 12:53 PM
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RE: 2.3 running rpm's
i doutn see why you would want a auto mustang because if i found an auto i just passed it up.
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06-12-2006, 08:55 AM
RE: 2.3 running rpm's
