Reading the thread about whining in first, I started wondering if I was wrong to NOT downshift at all while braking. I simply brake very slowly (start braking way ahead of time) and gradually slow down to about 15 mph in which I put the car in neutral and finish the job. Whether I'm in 6th or 3rd or 2nd while doing this.
Is this bad? I used to downshift while braking until hearing on CarTalk that they recommended just staying in whatever gear you're in until 15 mph and then going to neutral. Apparantly it's so you don't put unnecessary strain on the clutch and gears while still being able to use the engine to help you slow down a bit.
Alexi
Is this bad? I used to downshift while braking until hearing on CarTalk that they recommended just staying in whatever gear you're in until 15 mph and then going to neutral. Apparantly it's so you don't put unnecessary strain on the clutch and gears while still being able to use the engine to help you slow down a bit.
Alexi