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   Snag to micky   
   Re: `red-lining   
   03 Mar 22 19:29:40   
   
   From: Snag_one@msn.com   
      
   On 3/3/2022 12:39 PM, micky wrote:   
   > Is red-lining worse, better, or the same when the engine is driving the   
   > wheels as when the wheels are driving the engine?   
   >   
   > I use the engine to slow down when going down hill, and today, for   
   > example, I put the ATransmission into 2nd and then engine went briefly   
   > to 5500, the apparent red line.   For several seconds was at 5000 and   
   > even longer at 4500.   
   >   
      
   Downshift as you brake to so engine RPM matches your speed . I never   
   engine brake over 2/3 of redline .   
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