Date: Mon, 27 Aug 2001 07:48:23 GMT From: jw <johnwebster1nopsamhlink.net> Subject: Re: OG 900 -- how far do you push the tach?
Nutmegger wrote: > > jw says... > > >I'm not concerned about gas mileage, more just trying to get > >the most miles out of the engine. But some people here have > >said they shift at higher rpms. > > I always have, I drive hard and like to red line it up to 6. I usually shift at > about 5000 though. That seems like a lot of revs, but it sounds like your Saab handled it fine. You're a real speed demon! ;-) > >When do you shift your classic 900? What kind of revs do you > >think this engine can regularly handle? > > Is it a 16V? That's what I've had and it can handle what ever I dish out. :) > That is why I love the car. It's a 1984 900 S, 8V. I drive it pretty hard, but consistently keep the tach at or under 3500 rpm. I'll go up to 4000 if I really want to wind it out. Did the same with my dearly departed 1984 Jetta GLI (the old, old body style), and it served me will for many years. That car was almost as much fun to drive as the Saab. It felt a little less, uh...substantial, though. As you said, consistency is one key. Unless you're consistently abusing the vehicle! ;-) -jw -- 1984 900 S hatchback Providence, Rhode Island
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