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tasdrouille · 12-11-2009, 08:13 AM

Since you have a manual I believe the most efficient way to go up a hill is in top gear at the lowest rpm that will allow you to remain in top gear without lugging (I define lugging as a condition when you can't accelerate without downshifting).

12-11-2009, 08:13 AM	#7 (permalink)
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