Originally posted by tbirdjayc:
hauling 3 200+ lbs buddies

them some big boys!!!

I know what you're saying and yes, that's a bit of weight, but keep in mind that brakes have advanced in the years as well. Your brakes aren't going to overheat from using them instead of downshifting, they might get slightly more used and wear out slightly faster, but I really don't think it's anything a daily driver should have to worry about. I throw mine in neutral occasionally when slowing down to a red light as well. usually I keep the clutch in, and just put it in the right gears as my speed and RPM's come down, then put her in 1st and piddle away once it's time to go.

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