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talltom · 05-07-2010, 02:48 PM

I'm just lazy and a slacker.

iPODFAN11 · 05-07-2010, 06:07 PM

If it works for you then fine. Just remember...something happens to it because of your driving...and warranty fails to cover it due to driver irresponsibility...dont fight and be angry as to why its not covered...you drove it like that...

Also...if you are being lazy and not using your clutch...why not have just boughten an L99 and use the slap paddles?

HeavyD · 05-07-2010, 06:27 PM

All semi trucks have transmissions without syncros. Your only supposed to need the clutch to start from a stop, after that you can shift all day without it. As long as the engine and transmission speeds are close it will slip right in.

SS 376 · 05-07-2010, 06:41 PM

I like using the clutch. It's the closest I get to exercising nowadays.

2010ABM · 05-07-2010, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS 376

I like using the clutch. It's the closest I get to exercising nowadays.

Now that's funny! Hahaha. I only do it to save a little clutching now and then and really it makes for a very smooth shift!

GSUNCSU · 05-07-2010, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by talltom

I'm just lazy and a slacker.

OK to each their own... But learning to drive the 3 on the tree as a kid, my Dad would have backhanded me out the window...

SATXLS3 · 05-07-2010, 10:46 PM

I train drivers for a major trucking company. We absolutely do not let them float gears! It might feel like its falling in smoothly, but each time it shaves off just a little bit of metal. You can tell when a transmission has been floated all its life because its sloppy. You can bet the manufacturer recomends that you use the clutch. Just my 2cent. Hope this helps those who had questions. Whatever you choose to do, enjoy your ride!

Buelligun · 05-08-2010, 12:15 AM

synchromesh is purely and simply a driving aid-it was invented to take the skill out of driving so that it would be available to the masses.

Synchromesh is effectively like a cluth on each set of gears, so as you engage a gear it ensures the speeds of all the gearbox shafts are equal.

If you match the speeds, your doing the job of the synchromesh

chiefs58 · 05-08-2010, 11:11 AM

I float my gears in my semi but use the clutch in the camaro. Sounds like we have a few truckers driving the 2010 camaro.

HeavyD · 05-08-2010, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SATXLS3

I train drivers for a major trucking company. We absolutely do not let them float gears! It might feel like its falling in smoothly, but each time it shaves off just a little bit of metal. You can tell when a transmission has been floated all its life because its sloppy. You can bet the manufacturer recomends that you use the clutch. Just my 2cent. Hope this helps those who had questions. Whatever you choose to do, enjoy your ride!

Your right, new drivers should not float gears. I have been a diesel technician for many years and have gotten to know many customers and drivers. I have seen quite a few trucks over the years get well over 1,000,000 miles on the original clutch. Just remember, the release bearing only has so many cycles, the more you press the pedal the shorter the life becomes!

csjcsj · 05-08-2010, 08:54 PM

I do it in my UPS package car every day. My leg gets tired of pushing in the clutch 5 gazillioin times a day.....

05-07-2010, 10:46 PM	#21
SATXLS3 Drives: 2012 GMC Sierra Z71 4x4 Crew Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 1,229 View My Garage	Guys! Use the Clutch! I train drivers for a major trucking company. We absolutely do not let them float gears! It might feel like its falling in smoothly, but each time it shaves off just a little bit of metal. You can tell when a transmission has been floated all its life because its sloppy. You can bet the manufacturer recomends that you use the clutch. Just my 2cent. Hope this helps those who had questions. Whatever you choose to do, enjoy your ride! __________________ MBRP 3" CAT BACK, SLP SKIP SHIFT, COLD AIR INDUCTIONS INTAKE, INJEN PRE FILTER, AAC LED PODS, CUSTOM COACH WORKS PAINT,PFADT LOWERING SPRINGS AND SWAY BARS, MRR HR-6 WHEELS, RPI DESIGNS C-6 HIGH RISE SPOILER(AKA RK SPORT 3 PIECE SPOILER)

05-08-2010, 08:54 PM	#25
csjcsj Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS 6spd Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Jefferson, Ga Posts: 4,399 View My Garage	I do it in my UPS package car every day. My leg gets tired of pushing in the clutch 5 gazillioin times a day..... __________________

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talltom Drives: Silver LS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Silsbee, Texas Posts: 193	I'm just lazy and a slacker.

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HeavyD Drives: 1SSRS RY L99 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,329	All semi trucks have transmissions without syncros. Your only supposed to need the clutch to start from a stop, after that you can shift all day without it. As long as the engine and transmission speeds are close it will slip right in.

05-07-2010, 06:41 PM	#18
SS 376 Drives: 2010 IBM 1SS (Former) Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NoVA Posts: 2,032	I like using the clutch. It's the closest I get to exercising nowadays.

05-08-2010, 12:15 AM	#22
Buelligun Drives: 2SSRS manual yellow black stripes Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Medicine Hat, Canada Posts: 213 View My Garage	synchromesh is purely and simply a driving aid-it was invented to take the skill out of driving so that it would be available to the masses. Synchromesh is effectively like a cluth on each set of gears, so as you engage a gear it ensures the speeds of all the gearbox shafts are equal. If you match the speeds, your doing the job of the synchromesh

05-08-2010, 11:11 AM	#23
chiefs58 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS RS Victory Red Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Castle Rock, WA Posts: 89	I float my gears in my semi but use the clutch in the camaro. Sounds like we have a few truckers driving the 2010 camaro.