Jim Henderson wrote:
> 
> Ah, I've never driven a 6-speed vehicle.  From higher gears it would 
> probably be less of an issue, 

It's not that different from a 5-speeder, with which I'd probably go
5-4-2 or 5-3-2.

OTOH with my own car (that summertoy I wrecked, Saab 9000) I've done
1-2-5 a lot when accelerating to 80km/h.

> but dropping from 3 to 1 can redline the 
> engine, at least IME.

At least usually yes, at least if you're not running on very low revs on 3.

> Yes, effective use of the clutch in that type of situation would also 
> help - since it would engage/disengage the engine from the drivetrain.

It would've been wise thing to at first stage, while then I wouldn't had
to get traction back nor wait for it, 'cause I wouldn't had lost it at
first place.


> Jim

-Aero

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