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Originally Posted by Rookie McRookerson
If you have the RPM's right to complete a smooth shift, what damage are you doing to the transmission?
Well, that is the debate.
Most drivers will tell you that no damage is done. Most engineer's will tell you that it is best for the tranny if you do use a clutch.
This is how it was explained to me by an Engineer from Fuller.
When you take the transmission OUT of gear, without a clutch, there is pressure on the on the input shaft, by the power coming being transmitted from the wheels all the way to the output shaft.
When you use a clutch, you disconnect the power coming from the Engine back to the input shaft.
So, in effect, you disconnect the power from the wheels to the engine.
Yes, most of the time you can time it pretty good and effectively reduce the power so it will slid out and in, but eventually you may time it wrong, and chip a tooth.
One other reason to use a clutch. Most chipped teeth in transmissions will NOT be warranty. So you want to limit that from happening, and the best way to limit it, is by using a clutch.
YES, it will work if you don't use a clutch. You have to ask yourself the following questions.
Why do the engineer's say you should use one?
Can you afford the repair bill, if you don't?
And the best one of all.....
Why do you thing they put one in the truck, if it does not need it?
It would be kind of like saying "Hey, I don't really NEED 18 wheels and tires, I think I will take some off to save me some money on Tire wear".