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Just enough clutch to get the engine spinning over. When perfected you will feel practically no change in inertia, it does not take much, remember when they were cranked by hand (engines that is).
On your long hill descent with obstructing traffic just leave it in gear and use engine braking to keep a safe distance. Most modern cars use no fuel when you have your foot off the gas and are engine braking.
I would probably use engine off coasting if I had .5 plus mile opportunities. In my Fiesta with the 6 speed powershift I just slip it in neutral and leave the engine on, unless I need to slow down, then I put it back in gear first then use the brakes only if I have no choice.
regards
Mech
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