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PaleMelanesian · 01-23-2009, 11:09 AM

I wouldn't do it. That GM transmission is one of the best in the business for mileage. It keeps the engine in a good low rpm range with little fuss. It unlocks and freewheels when you let off the gas, so you don't really need to shift into neutral for coasting. Your best bet would be to repair / replace with the same.

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PaleMelanesian Master EcoModder Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 1,402 PaleCivic - '96 Civic DX Sedan Team Honda 90 day: 72.37 mpg (US) Thanks: 122 Thanked 123 Times in 87 Posts	I wouldn't do it. That GM transmission is one of the best in the business for mileage. It keeps the engine in a good low rpm range with little fuss. It unlocks and freewheels when you let off the gas, so you don't really need to shift into neutral for coasting. Your best bet would be to repair / replace with the same. __________________ - - - - -Best 11-mile commute: 105 mpg - - - - -Best tank: 88.5 mpg / 1133 miles