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Old 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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Old 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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Old 02-24-2013, 07:27 PM   #3
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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.
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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Old 02-24-2013, 08:10 PM   #4
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worrying about the actual RPM count.
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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Old 02-24-2013, 07:28 PM   #5
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Old 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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Old 02-24-2013, 07:55 PM   #7
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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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Old 02-24-2013, 07:58 PM   #8
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I ****ing love it. It's quick and handles great. The fit and finish and options for what I paid for is unbelievable. I got it for $22,859.
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Old 02-24-2013, 08:34 PM   #9
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I ****ing love it. It's quick and handles great. The fit and finish and options for what I paid for is unbelievable. I got it for $22,859.
I love my mazda6. I'll definitely buy another mazda - and those mazda3's look very nice.
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I love my mazda6. I'll definitely buy another mazda - and those mazda3's look very nice.
Rumor is they are bringing back the Speed6 next year and giving it a diesel. As soon as I heard that, I wished I could have held off a year to get a car.
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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.
I am looking to get the exact car at the start of next year or within the next 2 years. Looks like a great but versatile ride that is also practical.

Sorry for the thread hijack, Buck.
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I am looking to get the exact car at the start of next year or within the next 2 years. Looks like a great but versatile ride that is also practical.

Sorry for the thread hijack, Buck.
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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Yes, I can't say enough good things about it. It's a blast to drive and a hell of a bargain.
Yea I would like to get as much bang for the buck as I can for a sporty but practical car (girlfriend says no more coupes!), while taking out less than 10k for a loan. The MazdaSpeed 3 so far stands far and above the rest for me in my research.

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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Yea I would like to get as much bang for the buck as I can for a sporty but practical car (girlfriend says no more coupes!), while taking out less than 10k for a loan. The MazdaSpeed 3 so far stands far and above the rest for me in my research.

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.
There are really only two builds for it. With the tech package or without the tech package. I felt the tech package was over priced for what it had, so I got it without the tech package option.
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Yea I would like to get as much bang for the buck as I can for a sporty but practical car (girlfriend says no more coupes!), while taking out less than 10k for a loan. The MazdaSpeed 3 so far stands far and above the rest for me in my research.

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.
The MS3's are nice, but I wouldn't buy one if that is your criteria, unless it has to be a relatively new car.
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