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Originally Posted by qcbaker
I mean, you're not wrong. But, like I said to the OP, I think you're looking for a solution to a problem that doesn't really exist. Yes, double clutching to do the synchros' job for them would indeed alleviate shifting problems caused by bad synchros. But a notchy shift because the OP is trying to force the shifter into place rather than letting the shifter slip into gear normally is not a case of bad synchros.
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This isn't about bad synchros--the glitch comes from the synchro *working*. The one real situation that requires double clutching in this car is from 2nd to 1st while moving at non-trivial speed. But elsewhere, there definitely is a different feel between downshift with and without double clutch. Just want to point out to the OP how to get rid of the glitch if he absolutely can't stand it. That's all.
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As for the thottle blip, again youre right that blipping the throttle doesnt really have any effect on the act of shifting itself. The trans is not linked to the engine at that point, so blipping the throttle doesn't do anything to help the trans get into gear. But, a light throttle blip when downshifting is still proper shifting technique. I was just trying to give the OP advice that would help him shift smoothly.
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Hmm... Downshifting at 70mph probably isn't the best place to learn how to shift smoothly. Anyway, as already mentioned, blipping with the clutch pressed isn't going to affect getting into gear. So there really is no advantage in blipping in neutral then moving into the final gear. If anything, this lengthens the time between the blip and letting the clutch go. Just clutch in, make the whole shift in one go, blip to a close enough rpm, then let the clutch go right away.