Andyinchville1
Veteran Member
HI All,
I watched a You tube Video the other day that said for max mpg you should drive at or just slightly above peak torque (1900) engine RPM.
But then again, I have read many posts that said you should drive in the highest gear at the lowest RPM without lugging the engine... ( I have been in 5th gear as low as about 1300 RPM on the flat without lugging).
On the other hand, some say to drive where the engine has its best BSFC (if BSFC what is this RPM on a TDI (2003 and).
Which of the above is the best to drive at or is there another better option ?
Also, does tuning change the equation any (I have a Malone stage 1).
I don't pulse and glide , shut off engine etc .... that's a little too hard core for me ... Just trying to drive steady and shift scientifically.
Thanks
Andrew
I watched a You tube Video the other day that said for max mpg you should drive at or just slightly above peak torque (1900) engine RPM.
But then again, I have read many posts that said you should drive in the highest gear at the lowest RPM without lugging the engine... ( I have been in 5th gear as low as about 1300 RPM on the flat without lugging).
On the other hand, some say to drive where the engine has its best BSFC (if BSFC what is this RPM on a TDI (2003 and).
Which of the above is the best to drive at or is there another better option ?
Also, does tuning change the equation any (I have a Malone stage 1).
I don't pulse and glide , shut off engine etc .... that's a little too hard core for me ... Just trying to drive steady and shift scientifically.
Thanks
Andrew