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crumbie
04-03-2000, 10:37 AM
What is everyone's opinion on the optimum shift point for the 4.6 liter? Right now I try to shift around 5500.
Also, does anyone know where I can get my hands on a hp/torque graph for a stock 4.6? I don't feel like paying to put my car on a dyno.
Ripper
04-04-2000, 10:04 AM
I have a 99GT which I try to shift around 5200-5300 rpm. I read an article in a MM&FF issue (spring or summer) which tested a 99GT conv. that ran a 14.1 1/4 mile shifting at 5200 rpm. That's why I try to stay close to that number. Invest in a G-Tech to see how different shift points affect your times or get to the track.
mabarker
04-05-2000, 11:15 AM
Hey, if I were you I would take it to the limit and if you have any problems, put nitrous on it, that will fix it.
crumbie
04-06-2000, 07:48 AM
Thanx for the advice mabarker. I think I'll try that. I think I'll just put a 250 shot of spray on it and run it past redline and see how fast she goes (the engine, that is).