Tips for smooth start?

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JaxInsany

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Hey everyone! Any tips for a greenhorn on smooth clutch release? I would love to have less of a sharp clutch grab and more of a smooth transition from coasting to power.
 

2door

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Pedal up to about 10mph, slowly release the clutch lever.
Trying to engage the clutch too soon is the most common problem people have, especially those who have never driven a manual transmission automobile.

It needs to be a coordinated movement that will come with some time and experience.
Don't try to engage the clutch too soon or at too low of a speed. That will smooth things out for you. Practice, practice, them practice some more. You'll get it eventually.

Tom