How often do you hit the rev limiter?

[jb92563]

I hit the limiter now and again in 1st because its geared a bit lower than feels right.

As I have improved in my shifting after driving 6+ months I rarely hit the limiter unless I take it there on purpose.

I read that the 1st gear was set rather low to help with torque on launching since if your tires stick you will accelerate faster with all the available torque from a stop.

I find that true as I like to do max performance takes-offs from a light when Im out front. I find that I am usually across the intersection before the car behind me has even moved 5'. (Yes, I check cross traffic and red light runners carefully before doing so and don't exceed the posted limit by more than 10% in Urban areas)

Having the Rev limiter on shifting up prevents bad over revs but its the downshifts that can drive your revs above the limiter and theres nothing the limiter can do about it. Those are the range 2 revs and are going to effect the engines longevity, and are considered abuse for those buying a pre-owned Boxster.