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Jim Henderson wrote:
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> 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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