Miata Mailing List: January 1997, Message #135
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Subject: Re: RPM Range

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With a brand new 350miles old miata, would it be okay to try these 

techniques??  Or should I wait until "00X" is fully broken into?



alex







On Mon, 30 Dec 1996, Matthew T. Russotto wrote:



> }1)  What is considered the proper RPM range when accelerating in the Miata?

> } I assume that it is in the 3000 to 4000 range but I have heard that the

> }engine was designed for a higher tolerance.  

> 

> If you hit the rev-limiter, you went slightly too high.  Seriously.

> If you stay below 4000rpm, you're basically driving an econobox with a

> nice convertible top, because most of the power is above there.

> 

> 2)  What your thoughts on downshifting when as opposed to braking to a stop.

> 

> The brakes are easier to control and pads are easier and cheaper to

> replace than clutches.

> 

> Matthew T. Russotto

> '91B Crystal White "Future White Alloy Ball"

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