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Old 12-23-2009, 07:01 AM
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Most Efficient Rpm

I do alot of highway driving and was wondering what is the most efficient rpm for the 6.0L at highway speeds?
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Old 12-23-2009, 07:06 AM
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I saw the best mileage between 1900-2000 RPMs
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I found that with my tune I efficiently pass everyone around 3500-4000 RPM

My milage is there not so much at a specific RPM but when that little friendly boost gauge says down. Do 55-65mph with 3:73s and you will be good!
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Old 12-23-2009, 07:24 AM
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Under 2K, will give you the best MPG
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When I tow 10k going 60mph I get better on 5th gear than 4th. 4th sits over 2k and 5th is arround 1700,1800
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Old 12-23-2009, 07:32 AM
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My milage is there not so much at a specific RPM but when that little friendly boost gauge says down. Do 55-65mph with 3:73s and you will be good!
Where is your boost usually at while cruising at 65ish with no load?
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Old 12-23-2009, 08:20 AM
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Ok i usually run at 2000 or below

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I found that with my tune I efficiently pass everyone around 3500-4000 RPM

My milage is there not so much at a specific RPM but when that little friendly boost gauge says down. Do 55-65mph with 3:73s and you will be good!
Yea mines pretty efficient at passing too when you kick the boost up to 30, always fun passing the sport cars screaming
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Old 12-23-2009, 08:24 AM
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if you can keep under 10 psi of boost you chould get the best milage
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Old 12-23-2009, 08:30 AM
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if you can keep under 10 psi of boost you chould get the best milage
YUP
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Old 12-23-2009, 08:53 AM
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if you can keep under 10 psi of boost you chould get the best milage
Cool. Good info. I am used to my Grand National which does not "carry" boost while cruising. Big diff with this 6.0 PSD...
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