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#790031 10/19/2011 2:06 AM
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Hey, bolters. Finally have my '46 two ton on the road and got the hang of double-clutch upshifting, BUT the downshifting is killing me! No matter what I try, I can't seem to downshift. Should I double clutch to downshift too? Any tips or hints would be great. Thanks, guys.

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Yes, double clutch going down. You need to clutch, take out of gear, rev. engine to match higher rpm of lower gear, clutch and put in gear. Not sure about the 2 speed rear ends, if you have one.

It's all about matching the engine speed. So listen carefully at the shift points as well as watching the speed at those points. It's also possible to shift without using the clutch. That's when you really know your truck. You are almost there!


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Just think before making a shift and take your time. You need both feet working together along with your shifting arm.

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Definitely. It is more crucial to double clutch downshifting than upshifting.


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Thanks, fellas. Going to put some practice in this weekend. I'll give an update as to how I'm progressing...

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take youre time and pratice ,,gently,, the knack will come to those who wait,,

that may sound an odd saying, but when youve mastered it you will understand what it means

i grew up on old foden, trucks in the uk.
old low revving ,,sloggin,, gardner engine,s with fodens own 12 speed DP box,s
they were 4 on the stick with three seperate range,s
the early one,s had the range,s on another gear stick that meant you had 2 sticks to work together

now that was driving ,,,


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