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Old 04-08-2009, 06:38 AM   #31
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Originally Posted by vath2001
If I had to keep my car above 2800rpm most of the time, I would never use 4th or 5th with my Tip. I understand to not lug the engine down, but rolling down the road at 2200-2800rpm is not going to destroy an engine. If I need the extra boost, I drop down a gear or two to pass or climb a hill and run the revs into the 4000-5000 range. But once I'm done, I drop back to crusing range.

Is this wrong?
Nope. This is the way to better gas mileage and reduced wear on your car.
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