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Old 07-13-2013, 02:06 PM   #9 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by PaleMelanesian View Post
From what I know about Honda automatics (odyssey), P&G really only works when you can lock it in top gear and hold it for the pulse. That means you must be above 45 mph, probably more since you're loading it and that makes it want to downshift. I only bother p&g'ing at > 55 mph. Better to focus on low rpm below that point.

Oh. WAIT. You're trying to "glide" in gear? NO. Pop it into N or it's going to engine-brake you down in no time at all. You will get worse mileage doing "Pulse and engine-brake" than steady speed.
Yes agreed, you need to shift to neutral to make your glides longer. Coasting in gear promotes engine braking, that's why you are losing so much speed when gliding.
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