Cruising at 3k RPM daily - Safe?

[Evo_Rob]

That's terrible. What the hell?

You got me, Boss. I've been here for 4.5 years now. I've toned way down with driving. Save the horseplay (womp womp wah) for the track. That's only the one I like to quote. If you get a free moment, feel free to visit VA vehicular laws. You'll enjoy a good laugh. I can't wait to be discharged and head back to Florida.

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[Glenn G]

So back on topic? RPM is one of the biggest stressors on a motor. That being said 3 k rpm on an engine designed to do over 7k is putting less than a quarter of the stress the engine is designed to take so I don't think you are hurting the motor per se. I know some early LS7s (GM I know) had problems with ring flutter at high RPMs and low load which leads to high oil consumption and can cause ring damage that compromises seal. Other than that, the major damage is only to your MPG. But it's your money and as long as you aren't doing it early in the morning or late at night, go ahead and enjoy the V8 soundtrack.

 

[blitzburgh]

I ride on boil 24-7. Live my life a quarter mile at a time

 

[Zemedici]

what the fuck are all of these sayings yall are spouting off? I was unaware I was in an episode of Jersey Shore

 

[Khyber]

this has got to be one of the most stupidest threads on this forum. who just cruises around town at 4k rpm?

 

[Chameleon]

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[SnoopisTDI]

GTPP is probably pretty close to 3k at highway speed anyway. Are we not allowed to go on road trips?

I understand the idea of not making a bunch of noise for the sake of noise, but some of you act like these engines are made of glass.

 

[Zemedici]

this has got to be one of the most stupidest threads on this forum. who just cruises around town at 4k rpm?

no one, but we also don't claim to 'spirited drive' at <3k RPMS either.....there's a middle ground here

 

[Evo_Rob]

no one, but we also don't claim to 'spirited drive' at <3k RPMS either.....there's a middle ground here

Guess that middle ground is somewhere between 3-4k RPMs, and again, there's no reason to drive like that unless you're just itching to race or showboat constantly. Either way, you'll just get a "cool story bro" from everyone around you.

 

[Todd15Fastback]

this has got to be one of the most stupidest threads on this forum. who just cruises around town at 4k rpm?

I do, in my garage. Shit is mad tyte yo...

 

[krahooligan]

I shift at 3500-4000 rpm daily. why? because its fun.
also, don't quote gas mileage. if you bought this car with economy in mind then you are a moron. go buy a v6 or a ecoboost.

 

[PonyGrrrl]

Wow, I can't believe the responses here. I guess I drive aggressive by the standards of some here. 1st thru 3rd I typically up shift my EcoBoost @ 3k-4K rpms just driving around town otherwise I'm downshifting constantly because the traffic is moving to slow for the next gear. If I was worried about mpg I would be an asshole driving a Prius and not a Mustang. My GT should be here this week and I will probably do most driving around town in 2nd and 3rd. I'm not planning to nanny my GT, if I wanted to shift @1.5 k rpms I would probably be driving that Prius. Based on the comments then either you're all full of shit or you're driving like a granny, I'm going with the former.


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[steven]

eh, if its your car drive it how ever the hell you want, i could care less as long as your not putting anyone in danger...now if your in traffic and driving agressively like your in some sort of race to get somewhere first ,then most likely your one of "those" people that i look at and just roll my eyes at...settle down your "skills" or noise arent impressing anyone....

 

[Zemedici]

Guess that middle ground is somewhere between 3-4k RPMs, and again, there's no reason to drive like that unless you're just itching to race or showboat constantly. Either way, you'll just get a "cool story bro" from everyone around you.

I guess that would matter to me if I gave a flying fuck what anyone else thought at me or my driving habits/car? :shrug:

They don't pay my car payment or insurance last I checked.

Now I'm not advocating to go 0-100-0 in traffic between redlights. However, if you wanna wind the car out on an open stretch of road, there's plenty to be had past 3k rpms.

 

[Digital_Synapse]

So basically no, it doesn't hurt your engine to drive like such.

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