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mj2000323cic



Joined: 11 Apr 2002
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Location: chicago, IL

PostPosted: Thu Apr 11, 2002 2:14 pm    Post subject: Cruise RPM's Reply with quote

I own a 2000 323 convertable and wonder about the RPM's while cruising for long periods of time.
Currently if I'm driving 65 mph I'm at 3000 rpm. 80 mph is more like 3700. I'm used to seeing 3000 at 80 mph with other cars.
Anyone have any thoughts as to whether 3000-3500 is to much for highway driving and sustained speeds.
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julen



Joined: 26 Dec 2000
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Location: bilbao, bizkaia, spain

PostPosted: Sun Apr 14, 2002 10:19 am    Post subject: Cruise RPM's Reply with quote

I have a 325 ci, same engine than yours. This engine is well built and designed for much higher speed, so that's nothing for the long life expected for it. The only thing that damage an engine is not wait until normal oil temperature and not respect oil changes and quality.
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