Double Clutching

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by EternalTrucker, Sep 6, 2021.

  1. Nitronomads7076

    Nitronomads7076 Bobtail Member

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    Hilarious
     
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  3. Ex-Trucker Alex

    Ex-Trucker Alex Road Train Member

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    The reality is that "true" double-declutching (the original term) is nothing but a timing technique to mimic the amount of time you need to be out of gear to complete a shift on a non-synchro transmission. You can just hold the clutch for the same amount of time to accomplish the shift; the transmission does NOT require a second pump of the clutch pedal!
    European drivers have used synchronized transmissions for decades, and nobody uses that technique. But, DMV testers probably still require it, because, well, a lot of them have never actually DRIVEN a non-synchro gearbox. So, play their game for testing, then just drive it once you pass the test.
     
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