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Old 06-12-2009, 11:48 PM   #12 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Christ View Post
Why change technique with speed? It doesn't matter what your vehicle speed is... the engine speed will be at idle while you're in neutral (unless you turn the engine off, in which case it doesn't matter if you're in neutral or clutching).

The problem with clutching for extended periods is that the clutch release bearing doesn't have a cooling mechanism. It will heat up, and eventually, it will fail. Best bet, regardless of speed, is just to pop the gear selector into neutral. (I don't even use the clutch pedal to take the selector out of gear... just pull it out while you're letting off the gas pedal, and it will slide right out.)

I do clutch-in coast in short bumper to bumper driving but you make a good point

One that I was considering

Also the belt has been changed a year ago as well as transmission fluid

But all will be inspected once I start my rounds
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