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Old Nov 7, 2009 | 04:37 PM
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Default Re: Double Clutching? Why Bother

Originally Posted by Bazzer
Double clutching isn't necessary on a modern gearbox. If you want to master fancy footwork, concentrate your efforts on heel & toe. This can be useful on the downshift in a rear wheel driven car to match the engine speed to the road speed before engaging the clutch.
If you want to make things sporty on your way to the corner store, you can pick up a few pointers from this video. If you do not know what heel and toe and double clutching on the down shift is you can see it here, done by an expert.
Heel and toe and double clutching, requires fancy foot work. I'll stick to something simple, this makes it look like a routine in a Broadway show.
Heel & Toe + Double Clutching with Gary Sheehan - Car Videos on StreetFire
 
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