Date: Fri, 30 Jul 1999 21:17:29 -0700 From: "Paul Geller" <pgellernopsamhlink.net> Subject: Re: Saab automatics and RPM
I have a '99 9-3 Automatic (4sp). Tach says ~2750rpm nopsamh on level ground, not accellerating. Bob Landry <Bob_Landrynopsamoot.com> wrote in message news:37a01729.1599347nopsam.jps.net... > This is a question about Saab automatics transmissions in general and '92s > specifically. Many people say that the older 3-speed autos are undesirable due > to their inability to sustain high speeds without high RPM levels. > > What RPMs do owners see at 75 mph or higher? I know with our '85 900T 5-speed, > we consistently run 3200 RPM at 75, and 3500 or a little higher at 85 in 5th, > both of which are acceptable. Is the automatic going to run much higher than > this? > Bob Landry > Landlocked in Utah, dreamin' of the Islands... > ICQ# 760113