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Old 11th November 2019, 16:01   #16
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Originally Posted by Comfortably Numb View Post
I rarely take my CDT over 3,000RPM, I will get more acceleration by changing up with the same throttle opening. Pressing harder on the pedal above 3,000 doesn't do much except use more fuel and make more noise. 3,000 rpm in top gear equates to 90mph.
I agree, allow the turbo time to spool up and use the gears to shift up, by the time you get to 3000rpm you are flying, no need to rev the diesel to 3000+ just give it time, it is an great touring car, in the city so long is above 1000rpm you can drive in top very well.
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