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Originally Posted by justjohn
Cool.
So that would mean it's "safe" to use more than just mild engine braking, but only if you know how to rev-match. Correct?
And that would mean the ideal situation would be coasting down when possible, rev-matched engine braking when needed, and brakes rarely. Yes?
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Well, I don't think you can really cause damage if engine braking sensible manner, cars are so fool proof these days and have been at least 15 years, that it would require quite loony driver to get any damage caused.
However when maximizing life of components, then yes, rev matched shifts and moderate rpm engine braking, I would avoid high rpm engine braking for several reasons, noise, control of vehicle, possible oil consumption increase and such.
Also clutch wears only when slipping and it is not slipping unless one operates the clutch, or then clutch is weared out or is too small.