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Old 11-12-2012, 01:43 AM   #2
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Originally Posted by Estey View Post
So I just purchased an AT FRS last friday and i really enjoy the car. and with the paddle shifters ive started to downshift as well as use the brakes when i come to stops and i was wondering if that would put wear and tear on the transmission over time.
If you don't downshift, it will for you. So no ( at least not more than stock). It rev matches and that is the most important thing.
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