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Maroon 5.0 LX · 05-04-2002, 08:51 AM

You try to bring your engine RPM's as close to clutch RPM's when releasing the clutch to reduce wear and make a smooth downshift.

I always downshift when coming to a light or slower traffic. My '89 has 72k on it, still have original brake pads, clutch and no shifter problems.

05-04-2002, 08:51 AM	#6
Maroon 5.0 LX Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 471	You try to bring your engine RPM's as close to clutch RPM's when releasing the clutch to reduce wear and make a smooth downshift. I always downshift when coming to a light or slower traffic. My '89 has 72k on it, still have original brake pads, clutch and no shifter problems. __________________ '89 LX 5.0 - 5 speed. Original Owner '94 E-150 4.9 Hi-Top Conversion Van '06 Mustang V-6, 5 speed