I don't think there's any difference of opinion here, Daniel. I would (and
have) always use 2nd gear for popping the clutch (= bump start) going
forward. The original question was about starting the car in reverse. 2nd
gear will not work if you roll the car backward.
Allen Hefner
SCCA Philly Region Rally Steward
'77 Midget
'92 Mitsubishi Expo LRV Sport
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In a message dated 10/15/99 2:58:38 PM Eastern Daylight Time, Daniel1312
writes:
<< I have a difference of opinion here. In my experience, which is not as
limited as I would like it to be, 2nd gear is usually used for bump starting
a car. I think the theory is that the wheels are less likely to lock and
skid. I am talking about push start bumping.
My two pence worth (8 farthings for people who might understand old money)
Daniel1312
In a message dated 14/10/99 22:30:24 GMT Daylight Time, Ajhsys@aol.com
writes:
<< I can't think of any reason it would cause a problem. The ratio is low
enough to start the engine easily. >> >>
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