volinbham
Well-Known Member
New to the forum - future owner of GT convert (16) with manual.
Just had to chime in. I've had 2 Boxsters that have a similar RPM range. Drove around at 3K rpms frequently since that's where the power band was. I didn't do it in traffic but if I'm on a back road and I want instant access to the power 3K it was. Made it quite easy to drive with limited throttle input and adjust speed as conditions allow. For the Boxsters this was either 2nd gear for 30 - 40 mph zones or 3rd gear for 40 - 55 mph zones.
Will probably do the same with the Mustang. Downshifting is fine but unless there's excessive drone, engine braking, etc. I see no problem with running at the beginning of the torque power band.
Cheers
Just had to chime in. I've had 2 Boxsters that have a similar RPM range. Drove around at 3K rpms frequently since that's where the power band was. I didn't do it in traffic but if I'm on a back road and I want instant access to the power 3K it was. Made it quite easy to drive with limited throttle input and adjust speed as conditions allow. For the Boxsters this was either 2nd gear for 30 - 40 mph zones or 3rd gear for 40 - 55 mph zones.
Will probably do the same with the Mustang. Downshifting is fine but unless there's excessive drone, engine braking, etc. I see no problem with running at the beginning of the torque power band.
Cheers
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