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Old 07-03-2012, 05:04 PM   #67
df.dima
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Originally Posted by Harbinger of Darkness View Post
The more stop and go traffic you have the better. Good practice and teaches you not to be embarassed or afraid of stalling. Cheers mate!
I wish it was that simple. You know, I had a moment of clarity this week. I never thought about it when driving auto. I now know why some people take time to roll off a light or stop sign. Either they are slow to go or they are new to manual, or that's just how they roll. Often times I was thinking wtf are they doing there hello? .
Since I was being butt-sniffed half the time in the fr-s this weekend (either they are in a rush or wanted to check out the car), I started to really appreciate when people give me some space behind and don't get mad at me for taking off slower than regular auto mashers. Im sure I'll get faster to take off soon (smoothly).
Most people reacted ok when I stalled, there were a few that got a bit angry. Its all good, I don't mind.
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