emba129
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Hi Folks,
Need help!. I have a 2015 GT 5.0 with 6R80 6sp Auto. I went for the auto over manual since I commute 60+ miles per day in sometimes knarly traffic jams. Anyway,
I am not too happy with the Auto shift points in normal D mode. For the 5.0, the shift points are way too early for normal driving. The tranny wants to get up to overdrive too early unless I get aggressive on the throttle. Going 35-40 the engine is way-bogged down running at about 1200-1300 RPM. Gentle acceleration is met with a low growl and no-power less I push into the pedal and force a downshift or manually paddle shift down a gear or two.
At 45-50, the car wants to be in 6th with very little throttle responsiveness. It really should be in 5th. 6th should be reserved for 55 and above.
I know there are Sport Modes and Ive tried them. They are great when I want to have some spirited fun. The higher RPM upshifts are cool and the "manual-like" downshifts are interesting. But I don't want to do that for everyday commuting.
Ive rented V-6 and Ecoboost Auto Mustangs on business trips and think they shift much better than my V-8 AOD.
I suppose Ford did this to eek out the MPG required, but the car feels like my father's Oldsmobile sometimes and when I want it to go I find myself pushing into the throttle more than I think I need to.
Ive heard there are tunes for this, either BAMA, SCT or a custom tune could address shift points. But everything I read about these tunes make shift points "crisp" and "race-like". Im not looking to chirp 2nd gear or mimic a manual tranny. I am looking for better matched RPM ranges for Normal driving experience. Slightly later shift points, and less of a desire for the car to rush to overdrive (6th). I also wonder if there is a tuner option where I could set my own shift points EASILY. I don't want to screw anything up with the tranny. But I feel the adjustments Im seeking are minor but would make a big difference addressing my issue.
I'd appreciate any guidance or posts on this.
Need help!. I have a 2015 GT 5.0 with 6R80 6sp Auto. I went for the auto over manual since I commute 60+ miles per day in sometimes knarly traffic jams. Anyway,
I am not too happy with the Auto shift points in normal D mode. For the 5.0, the shift points are way too early for normal driving. The tranny wants to get up to overdrive too early unless I get aggressive on the throttle. Going 35-40 the engine is way-bogged down running at about 1200-1300 RPM. Gentle acceleration is met with a low growl and no-power less I push into the pedal and force a downshift or manually paddle shift down a gear or two.
At 45-50, the car wants to be in 6th with very little throttle responsiveness. It really should be in 5th. 6th should be reserved for 55 and above.
I know there are Sport Modes and Ive tried them. They are great when I want to have some spirited fun. The higher RPM upshifts are cool and the "manual-like" downshifts are interesting. But I don't want to do that for everyday commuting.
Ive rented V-6 and Ecoboost Auto Mustangs on business trips and think they shift much better than my V-8 AOD.
I suppose Ford did this to eek out the MPG required, but the car feels like my father's Oldsmobile sometimes and when I want it to go I find myself pushing into the throttle more than I think I need to.
Ive heard there are tunes for this, either BAMA, SCT or a custom tune could address shift points. But everything I read about these tunes make shift points "crisp" and "race-like". Im not looking to chirp 2nd gear or mimic a manual tranny. I am looking for better matched RPM ranges for Normal driving experience. Slightly later shift points, and less of a desire for the car to rush to overdrive (6th). I also wonder if there is a tuner option where I could set my own shift points EASILY. I don't want to screw anything up with the tranny. But I feel the adjustments Im seeking are minor but would make a big difference addressing my issue.
I'd appreciate any guidance or posts on this.
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