Break-In Question

S1njin · 11-20-2012, 08:02 AM

My drive to work is mostly highway. I try to keep my truck between 60 and 65 mph, but I'm worried that for the 20 mins or so I'm on the highway I can't really vary my speed more than that.

Am I doing the truck a disservice? I'm also not reving her hard at all, just light on the pedal and letting her move as she will.

Should I be breaking her in any differently?

****Cross posted in 'Under the Hood' (piggy backed on another thread there) but not sure how much traffic that segment of the forum gets. Apologize if one of my threads gets whacked****

jimfrancis · 11-20-2012, 08:09 AM

Y'know, fifty years ago a proper breakin period was critical. However, with modern vehicles (IMHO), if you drive conservatively and don't stress the vehicle, then you should be ok.

MikeT · 11-20-2012, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S1njin

My drive to work is mostly highway. I try to keep my truck between 60 and 65 mph, but I'm worried that for the 20 mins or so I'm on the highway I can't really vary my speed more than that.

Am I doing the truck a disservice? I'm also not reving her hard at all, just light on the pedal and letting her move as she will.

Should I be breaking her in any differently?

****Cross posted in 'Under the Hood' (piggy backed on another thread there) but not sure how much traffic that segment of the forum gets. Apologize if one of my threads gets whacked****

Nope, just let the truck do its thing and you do yours. Stay aware of the Maintenance Minder and you and your truck will last longer than most.

Rickman · 11-20-2012, 11:26 AM

Be a rebel and do 59-66!

S1njin · 11-20-2012, 11:37 AM

Its not so much the speed, its the RPMs I'm worried about. I'm supposed to vary them, but for 20 mins and 20 miles or so I really can't because I'm on the highway.

rollinhonda · 11-20-2012, 12:25 PM

On the freeway you can always let off the gas until it downshifts, and gradually work it back up again. Drive it around your home when you are not commuting, so it can get more varied RPMs. I don't think it is a big issue on modern engines.

speedlever · 11-20-2012, 05:50 PM

I understand your concern but really don't think you have anything to worry about. As traffic allows, let the rpm vary some on the highway.

Just don't change out the factory oil too soon.

jimfrancis · 11-20-2012, 09:52 PM

Wow. I'm in good company. Everyone who responded to this question has thousands of posts. I'm the lone Neophyte. The ironic thing is that I'm probably older than any of you.

jimfrancis · 11-20-2012, 09:56 PM

In terms of the RPM, if it really bothers you, just periodically push the button on the end of your gear shift lever. It will switch from 5th to 3rd, changing the RPMs, but not the speed. Then switch back again after a few seconds. It's probably overkill, but it WILL achieve your goal.

dk miller · 11-20-2012, 10:39 PM

Jim,I won't tell you how old I am but I will tell you that I served in the U.S. Navy active duty 1962-1966.
To the new owner, Don't worry about it, just drive and enjoy!

11-20-2012, 08:02 AM	#1
S1njin ROC Rank: Sophomore 2012 RTS White/Grey Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Jersey Strong Posts: 124	Break-In Question My drive to work is mostly highway. I try to keep my truck between 60 and 65 mph, but I'm worried that for the 20 mins or so I'm on the highway I can't really vary my speed more than that. Am I doing the truck a disservice? I'm also not reving her hard at all, just light on the pedal and letting her move as she will. Should I be breaking her in any differently? **Cross posted in 'Under the Hood' (piggy backed on another thread there) but not sure how much traffic that segment of the forum gets. Apologize if one of my threads gets whacked**

11-20-2012, 08:09 AM	#2
jimfrancis ROC Rank: Junior 2011 RTL White/Grey Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Brooksville, FL Posts: 342	Re: Break-In Question Y'know, fifty years ago a proper breakin period was critical. However, with modern vehicles (IMHO), if you drive conservatively and don't stress the vehicle, then you should be ok. __________________ Retired Navy LCDR

11-20-2012, 11:26 AM	#4
Rickman ROC Rank: 2k Comma Club 2007 *Former Ridgeline Owner Nimbus Gray Metallic Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ottawa Ontario, CANADA Posts: 2,731	Re: Break-In Question Be a rebel and do 59-66! __________________ Leather, Navigation & Moonroof > 245/70 17 Toyo "Open Country" A/T Boots! OEM Steelies 245/70 17 Winter Boots! My other ride is my Bicycle!

11-20-2012, 11:37 AM	#5
S1njin ROC Rank: Sophomore 2012 RTS White/Grey Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Jersey Strong Posts: 124	Re: Break-In Question Its not so much the speed, its the RPMs I'm worried about. I'm supposed to vary them, but for 20 mins and 20 miles or so I really can't because I'm on the highway.

11-20-2012, 12:25 PM	#6
rollinhonda ROC Rank: 7k Comma Club 2010 RTL Dark Cherry Pearl Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Fresno-Clovis, CA Posts: 7,408	Re: Break-In Question On the freeway you can always let off the gas until it downshifts, and gradually work it back up again. Drive it around your home when you are not commuting, so it can get more varied RPMs. I don't think it is a big issue on modern engines. __________________ Home of the Free, because of the Brave!

11-20-2012, 05:50 PM	#7
speedlever Moderator 2008 RTS Billet Silver Metallic Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: High Point, NC Posts: 13,947	Re: Break-In Question I understand your concern but really don't think you have anything to worry about. As traffic allows, let the rpm vary some on the highway. Just don't change out the factory oil too soon. __________________ 2008 Ridgeline RTS in BSM 2006 Pilot EXL-RES in BSM

11-20-2012, 09:52 PM	#8
jimfrancis ROC Rank: Junior 2011 RTL White/Grey Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Brooksville, FL Posts: 342	Re: Break-In Question Wow. I'm in good company. Everyone who responded to this question has thousands of posts. I'm the lone Neophyte. The ironic thing is that I'm probably older than any of you. __________________ Retired Navy LCDR

11-20-2012, 09:56 PM	#9
jimfrancis ROC Rank: Junior 2011 RTL White/Grey Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Brooksville, FL Posts: 342	Re: Break-In Question In terms of the RPM, if it really bothers you, just periodically push the button on the end of your gear shift lever. It will switch from 5th to 3rd, changing the RPMs, but not the speed. Then switch back again after a few seconds. It's probably overkill, but it WILL achieve your goal. __________________ Retired Navy LCDR

11-20-2012, 10:39 PM	#10
dk miller ROC Rank: Senior 2007 RTX Dark Cherry Pearl Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Central Minnesota Posts: 927	Re: Break-In Question Jim,I won't tell you how old I am but I will tell you that I served in the U.S. Navy active duty 1962-1966. To the new owner, Don't worry about it, just drive and enjoy!

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