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02-24-2013, 07:22 PM | Topic Starter |
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Does anybody drive a 6-speed manual?
I just bought one and I don't really understand when I'm supposed to use the 6th speed. It seems like if it was just for fuel conservation, I would switch right to 6th from 4th...In other words, I switch into 5th at around 60 MPH and I've been switching to 6th at 65.
I don't want to ruin my tranny. Anyone have advice? |
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02-24-2013, 07:25 PM | #2 |
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I drive a 6 speed. I run through my gears just like I did when I had 4 or 5. As soon as the engine gets to a whining then I shift. I too often go from 4th to 6th but only when on the highway.
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02-24-2013, 07:27 PM | #3 |
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Yeah, another issue is I think I'm psyching myself out because my last car didn't have a tach, and this one does. I should just listen to it instead of worrying about the actual RPM count.
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02-24-2013, 08:10 PM | #4 |
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over time you will be completley used to this vehickles accelaration, braking, etc....that tach is your friend, and I wouldn't suggest pushing past the redline too much for now...use both the tach and the sound/feel of the motor..
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02-24-2013, 07:53 PM | #6 |
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I have a 2013 Mazdaspeed3.
Depends on how I'm driving. I shift from 4th to 6th if I run 4th up to 70. I generally try to keep the turbo from spooling up. If I get into 6 gear too early or below 65 the turbo will spool up to keep the power up. |
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02-24-2013, 07:55 PM | #7 |
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How do you like that ride?
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02-24-2013, 08:34 PM | #9 |
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I love my mazda6. I'll definitely buy another mazda - and those mazda3's look very nice.
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Yes, I can't say enough good things about it. It's a blast to drive and a hell of a bargain.
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Were you able to find all the options you wanted or did you custom build it? I was looking at custom building it from the website because it still is a helluva deal and making sure I get it like I want it.
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