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Originally Posted by Adam
The rev limiter is only in affect when accelerating. If you down shifted into a lower gear going into a curve then that's called a mechanical over-rev if it went past redline. Usually the back tires lock up momentarily and you get jerked forward pretty hard soon followed by some expletives...ask me how I know  It can potentially kill your engine. |
Indeed. When you mis a down shift, there is precious little the car can do to save you.