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Old 04-24-2015, 08:17 AM   #4
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Originally Posted by XorakX6 View Post
Sorry im pretty new to driving manual and still learning as I go. So the only time 1st should be used is from a complete stop. I usually stay in 1st the odd time 2nd when going through parking lots.

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I use 1st gear only to get going from a stop. If I'm coming to a stop, I'll only go into 1st gear when I'm doing around walking speed, 2 or 3 mph. That way you don't get any jerkiness, it's a very smooth transition.

Also if I'm driving thru a parking lot I'll most likely be in 2nd. Even if I'm only doing 5 or 10 mph. Which is really slow and these engines are powerful so it's no strain on them to be in 2nd gear.
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