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Old 03-01-2012, 01:50 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by pete c View Post
that's the thing. I'm at a point where I am not really lugging at low throttle inputs, but am if I step on it.
Happens to me all the time. I downshift if I need to accelerate quickly. If I need to increase my speed and I can take my time then I am super-gentle on the throttle until I get out of the "lug zone".

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i am guessing that downshifting probably does make sense in this case, as fuel efficiency just above lugging, probably ain't anything to write home about.

i 'spose a little extra left leg exercise is good for me, anyway and doesn't really cause much extra wear.
Me too.

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