Thread: Is there a "sweet spot" when downshifting?
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Old 10-07-2010, 11:13 PM   #14
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Re: Is there a "sweet spot" when downshifting?
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Originally Posted by chandlerbingfl
I've tried several different means of downshifting and for the most part I usually start 4-3-2-1 just as I roll up to a light or stop. I don't let the clutch out in between.
There is most of your problem.You need to let the clutch out between each downshift,so all gears get mated to the same speed.Try letting the clutch out between each shift and I think you will eliminate a lot of your noise.Good luck.

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