You're talking about shifting from "granny gear" to 2nd, right? When I try that, I coast to a stop before I can make the shift. So I've always started in 2nd gear. My 1st or granny gear is a parking brake for me.


1948 3/4-Ton 5-Window Flatbed Chevrolet

34 Years. Now with a '61 261, 848 head, Rochester Monojet carb, SM420 4-speed, 4.10 rear, dual reservoir MC, Bendix up front, 235/85R16 tires, 12-volt w/alternator, electric wipers and a modern radio in the glove box.