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hat_man · 06-21-2014, 01:07 PM

I guess I should clarify that. When I was at 80 MPH in "automatic" it was above 2000 RPM. I don't remember exactly what it was but I was watching it and the road at the same time. Usually when it shifts in "automatic" you can see a pretty good RPM drop. At least enough movement to catch your eye. And when I shift from 5th to 6th in "manu-matic" mode it definitely drops. I wish it was at 2000 RPM at 80 MPH in "automatic". That would mean much lower RPM's at more realistic speeds.

If I can get 1600ish RPM's at 60 MPH in "manu-matic" why can't I get it in "automatic"?

06-21-2014, 01:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
hat_man Master EcoModder Join Date: May 2010 Location: Illinois Posts: 475 Oh Deer - '03 Ford Ranger XL 90 day: 33.97 mpg (US) Thanks: 55 Thanked 91 Times in 72 Posts	I guess I should clarify that. When I was at 80 MPH in "automatic" it was above 2000 RPM. I don't remember exactly what it was but I was watching it and the road at the same time. Usually when it shifts in "automatic" you can see a pretty good RPM drop. At least enough movement to catch your eye. And when I shift from 5th to 6th in "manu-matic" mode it definitely drops. I wish it was at 2000 RPM at 80 MPH in "automatic". That would mean much lower RPM's at more realistic speeds. If I can get 1600ish RPM's at 60 MPH in "manu-matic" why can't I get it in "automatic"? __________________ If nice guys finish last, are you willing to pay the price to finish first ?