Speedy & Bri3d..Thanks for the insights..this forum has so much valuable info. I`m really amazed! Looking at all sorts of postings... I realized that my issues could be as simple as a "Throttle Reset"..I certainly did not know it even had one. Also it`s said that the vehicles computer sorta learns how you drive, and since this car only has been driven 13 K in the last 10 years..maybe it thinks it`s still parked in the garage ? While I do not want to do anything stupid with the car..I am on a quest to make it perform to my (old fart) standards. For me.. it has to on par with my other rides. I do not want a dragster..(already got that)..I want a good road car..and I have been known to speed..on occasion. I really like the idea of changing the gearing. Last dumb question for now..why was the SRT6 automatic only ?