Since it runs around 4,000 rpm at highway speeds, I see no reason not to run
it that thigh between shifts.  If I really need to accumulate speed,  I'll
let it run to 4,500 rpm or so.  The governor, (fuel cut-off) will activate
at 5,400 rpm but you will get little acceleration up there.

Dennis
-----Original Message-----
From: Malcolm Stebbins <malcolm.stebbins@MSVU.CA>
To: vanagon@VANAGON.COM <vanagon@VANAGON.COM>
Date: Friday, November 20, 1998 2:05 PM
Subject: Re: simple engine RPM question

I just have to keep my 91 syncro westy  above 2,000 for it to accelerate
OK.  So that means I have to take it to at least 3,200 or 3,400 rpm
before each shift.

  I was hoping to get input on what others typically run their vans at
> before shifting up.
>
> Thanks