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Old 05-02-2013, 12:12 PM   #5
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Originally Posted by Logical View Post
That just puts more stress on your engine/clutch. There is a reason its a 6 speed and not a 5 speed.
Please explain.

I often shift right from 3rd to 6th when getting on the freeway and I wait for the revs to mach driveline speed before I put it in 6th. It's pretty much exactly the same as a 5th to 6th shift. Actually wouldn't this be less ware as I'm only using 4 gears (and shifts) over 6?
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