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I use engine braking in this way, but I've often wondered how much additional wear this is putting on the clutch. Given that brake pads/discs are cheap, and a c
by cjrp 10y ago
I use engine braking in this way, but I've often wondered how much additional wear this is putting on the clutch. Given that brake pads/discs are cheap, and a clutch is not, maybe in the long run this doesn't actually work out cheaper?
- rhinoceraptor 10y agoIf you rev match properly, the down shift should be just as smooth and quick as a normal up shift. E.G. you're in fourth gear at 50 MPH, you engage the clutch pedal, shift to third, tap the gas, and release the clutch pedal.
- dghughes 10y agoI'd be more worried about wear of the valve train. Brake pads are cheaper.