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Discussion in 'Ferrari Discussion (not model specific)' started by 348SStb, May 10, 2004.

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  1. Miltonian

    Miltonian F1 Veteran

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    Jeff B.
    #26 Miltonian, May 13, 2004
    I double-clutch my shifts because I enjoy it. I enjoy driving a Ferrari. Is it NECESSARY? I don't care.
     
  2. PSk

    PSk F1 World Champ

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    Pete
    #27 PSk, May 13, 2004
    Far worse for the clutch throw out bearing is sitting at the lights with the clutch pedal on the floor (ie. clutch disengaged). Very bad practise!

    A doucle de-clutch just doubles the number of times the clutch is used, if the throw out bearing (or release bearing as some call it) cannot handle that then er, it was not a very good design in the first place IMO.

    Pete
     
  3. 38 Off

    38 Off Karting

    Nov 4, 2003
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    Phil Crain
    #28 38 Off, May 13, 2004
    Those that double clutch downshifts:

    1.Those that have been inside a tranny and know what syncro teeth (and beat-up syncro teeth) look like.

    2. Those that are accomplished drivers.

    P.S. One can tell that an accurate downshift is much easier on the whole engine/drive-train from the sound & feel of it. Then there is the satisfaction of accomplishing a downshift that is demanding.
     
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