On 2008-05-24, Josh S <Josh@clean.spam> wrote:
> In article <IcTWj.3149$ah4.1758@flpi148.ffdc.sbc.com>,
> "Enrico Fermi" <noone@nowhere.com> wrote:
>
>> On the topic of my 2003 Civic Si engine spinning too fast at 80mph: Is it
>> possible and affordable to put a 6 speed in that little car? I'd be happier
>> if its revs were closer to 2000 at 80 mph. Anyone have a referral for that
>> project?
>
> I doubt it's engine would have enough torque for less revs at 80 mph.
> That's not a legal speed anyway.

That depends on where you are. There are a few states with speed
limits of 75, which means 80 would be a pretty normal speed. In some
parts of Texas, the posted limit is 80.

I'd agree, though, that the engine would be able to provide enough
torque to keep the car going 80 @ 2000 RPM. Just not a big enough
engine.


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