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Old 06-09-2009, 11:12 AM   #72
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Originally Posted by JL8Jeff View Post

Brakes are a lot cheaper than clutch jobs but don't forget that downshifting is putting a sudden surge to your engine which loads it up a bit and causes more engine wear than coasting does. In the long run, I'm sure downshifting causes more wear, maintenance and costs than coasting does.



good stuff right there. my feelings exactly
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