So just why are progressive shift lights so popular? Do you really need a light to tell you when to Shift? Mix the sound of your engine with those nearby, together with a dose of red mist, and you may be surprised at what actually happens. Drivers that use progressive shift lights don’t tend to talk about what gives them a competitive advantage. It’s all about consistency, reference points and visual focus.A progressive display gives you engine RPM in your peripheral vision, so you keep your sight uninterrupted and on the job. Importantly, you can use it to show only the RPM range you want to know. It’s quite a distinction from a single purpose ordinary shift light, which in comparison is more of a panic light. A progressive display provides an expectation as the shift point approaches, leading to a smooth anticipated gear change. Once a familiar item, the sub-conscious takes over the task and reduces driver workload.
They also serve as a very useful reference. For circuit work, it provides an easy RPM reference for corner entry and exit. This is a good gauge for pace (particularly when fatigue sets in), as well as for testing different lines through corners. Get familiar with new tracks using it as a reference, while avoiding the limiter. Manage fuel consumption with short shifting. Use for staging RPM and optimum take offs. When you achieve consistency, dialing in race setups can become quicker and more accurate.
Ecliptech manufacture a quality progressive shift light in Australia. A tidy solution with well refined features and attention to detail. It has a solid background in being used across a wide range of makes/models. Runs from a digital tacho signal, ignition output or low side of the coil connection.
Find out more at www.ecliptech.com.au
