Each time when I'm turning round the corner I brake with the clutch down. It's becoming quite natural to do so. People have very different opinions on that. Some think it's fine - some think, that I'll need new clutch by Christmas.... Help!
2007-09-20 22:30:07 · 8 answers · asked by learner L 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Holding the clutch down for that short period of time is not going to hurt it. If you hold the pedal fully down, then the only thing you are wearing is the throw out bearing.
Do what you want, and don't worry about it. Enjoy it , and drive it your way.
2007-09-20 22:37:40 · answer #1 · answered by Fordman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a very bad habit which you must get rid of. Not only will you need a new clutch by Christmas but may even end up on the road side after a skid.
The proper thing to do is to slow down before you enter a turn and change to a lower gear, if needed. Braking in a turn will induce a skid, especially if there is no power on the wheels. If you do skid and you have the power you will either be able to control the skid or come out of it by application of power, thereby giving you traction on the wheels.
Finally, never drive with the clutch depressed. You will ruin your clutch plate, your thrust bearing and your pressure plate.
2007-09-20 23:04:27 · answer #2 · answered by al_sheda 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah its not a bad thing to do what you are doing. the only damage you will do is wear out the release bearing (throw out bearing). you will know if it is buggered when you will hear a squealing or grinding noise when you put your foot on the clutch pedal or off the pedal. release bearings are pretty tough so itll take a while before you stuff one up.
like some other people say on here, i completely agree as a trade qualified mechanic, it is completely up to your lifestyle. but i would much rather not to push the the clutch down at the same time as the brake only just because its become natural for me ;)
i would advise allthough at the traffic lights when you have come to a stop (doing your natural thing) it'll be best if you put the gearbox to neautral and take your foot off the clutch. and sit there with the brake on.
unless of course u are allready doing it ;) jsut keep in mind, try not to always have your foot on the clutch when you are on complete stop for a few minutes. its ok to come to a stop, but obviously sitting there with the clutch in for 5 minutes at the lights will shorten your release bearing's life a load.
still remember, not a dangerous thing, just a precaution wether you want to spend the money on getting the gearbox out and fitting a whole new clutch kit in a couple of years.
uup to you!
2007-09-20 23:08:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends how slow ur going
Usually it shouldn't hurt,but if ur going so slow that the car jerks when you leave the clutch up then U should of put it down.
Don't worry about what others think,Just drive the way that is safe,if you put the clutch down when brakeing that could be a good thing especially if you ended up haveing to stop quickly/
2007-09-20 22:38:45 · answer #4 · answered by Vulcan 1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your adding wear to your spiggot bearing which is not much to worry about . The main worry is to you life as you do not have full control of your car , you need to have your vehicle in the appropriate gear for the speed you are travelling at and use the motor as a gentle brake and that way if you need to accellerate you can do so instantly. Do not get into bad habits on the road please as there are to many fools out there now.
2007-09-20 22:40:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not going to harm the clutch because you are holding it released....however turing turns it is best to downshift to the
desired gear, normally 2nd and the acelerate thru your turn.
Always brake before going into a turn and acel thru it and you will have positive control of your vehicle at all times....
2007-09-20 22:44:38 · answer #6 · answered by RiverRat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be most desired to have the car in a gear, in case something happens when making the turn.
I myself usually downshift to slowdown and proceed in that gear clutch out and foot on the gas through out the turn.
2007-09-20 22:50:29 · answer #7 · answered by Mark N 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all, i.e. not bad for the clutch. In my opinion it is safety, when you are turning round. Enjoy it.
2007-09-20 22:45:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋