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Things you should never do in a manual car

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Ottocast sale is on! - https://www.ottocast.com/products/play2video-ultra?ref=MickDrivesCars Discount code (10% off) - MickDrivesCars Make videos like me with the kit below: Camera - https://amzn.to/4qbuFuo Lens Filter - https://amzn.to/4nbhdEh Microphone - https://amzn.to/3IIHITy Hat Mount - https://amzn.to/4n1wozF Suction Mount - https://amzn.to/4hbxK9W Most drivers learn the basics of a manual car, but almost nobody gets taught the bad habits that slowly destroy the clutch, gearbox, and synchros. In this video, I break down the things you should never do in a manual car, starting with not rev-matching and why improper downshifts can upset the car and wear out drivetrain components. I also explain how selecting the wrong gears hurts performance and mechanical sympathy, why resting your hand on the gear lever causes internal wear, and how resting your foot on the clutch leads to premature clutch slip. You’ll also learn why you should never use the bite point to hold the car on a hill, and what to do instead for smooth, safe hill starts. Whether you're a beginner learning to drive a manual, or an experienced driver looking to break old habits, this video will help you drive smoother, protect your clutch, and get the most enjoyment out of your manual car. 00:00 Thing 1 02:39 Ottocast 03:45 Thing 2 06:03 Thing 3 08:46 Thing 4 12:15 Thing 5

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