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Old 12-14-2016, 09:46 PM   #13
cat94
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Originally Posted by Tcoat View Post
You can downshift two gears but the rev match can be tricky since the tranny speeds are way off for each gear. The little impact that cruising at 2000 gives you is hardly worthwhile anyway.
Sounds good to me! I tend to have a bit of a lead foot when driving this car, so I'm not even sure why I tried this in the first place.

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Originally Posted by Packofcrows View Post
I had dealer flush my trans. Helped a ton.
I see this recommendation quite a bit.

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Originally Posted by humfrz View Post
Well, cat94, you're not driving your grandfathers old torque rich Ford. This engine runs happier at higher rpms. I normally wouldn't "cruise" at less than 3,000 rpms.

Please keep in mind that you're dealing with a NEW engine and transmission .... they both need time (miles) to limber up .....


humfrz
I'm happier driving at higher rpms too
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