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Re: How to Keep in 2nd Gear 850 95

posted by  someone claiming to be Malcolm Moore on  Mon Oct 30 12:21 CST 2000 [RELATED]

As long as you keep your speed above 25mph. If it drops below 25, the tranny downshifts into first.

Second is perfect for when you're descending a steep mountain grade in a chain control. The chains provide front wheel traction and the tranny provides enough braking power where I only have to tap my brakes for cars slower than me. Since TRACS is unavailable at speeds above 25, keeping it in second is ideal in this situation. Third gear doesn't provide enough braking, and first provides too much.

-Malcolm





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