CAGS Skip shift eliminator question

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Dec 16, 2013 | 01:54 AM

shaob

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CAGS Skip shift eliminator question

Does installing a skip shift eliminator make the mpgs on the car go down? Or improve mpgs? If it improves, can anyone recommend a good one? I see a few on amazon.com
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Dec 16, 2013 | 09:39 AM

4XLR8N

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It slightly improved mpg in EPA testing (unfortunately), which is why this universally despised feature exists.

In the real world, it probably hurts mileage more than helps as drivers accelerate quicker to avoid the 1-4 skip shift from engaging. That said, I doubt you will find a measurable difference in mpg with or without it.

What you will find is a far more enjoyable driving experience without this POS feature intruding.

Bought my CAGS bypass from Mid America.

Dec 16, 2013 | 10:47 AM

paoutlaw

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I saw no difference in MPG with or without the skip shift eliminator. I got mine from LG Motorsports because they claimed no check engine light. So far, which is 4 years, no check engine light. Hope this helps.

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Dec 16, 2013 | 01:17 PM

FLZapped

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I don't know about MPG, but it sure lowered my blood pressure!

Dec 17, 2013 | 01:15 AM

_zebra

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bought mine on eBay for $12 & worked as good as any other til i got mine tuned out. the skip-shift don't affect your mileage - your right foot does.

Dec 17, 2013 | 01:16 AM

_zebra

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besides... before i disabled mine, i just gave it a potato after coming out of 1st & put it in 3rd. no problems. i normally drove around town shifting 1-3-5 anyway.