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????[Tutorial] 10 Speed Shifting TIPS, 2018 –Truck Driver Students

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????[Tutorial] 10 Speed Shifting TIPS, 2018 –Truck Driver Students

3,650,268 views November 7, 2016 22:02

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In brief

Master the art of smooth 10-speed transmission shifting with practical techniques and common pitfalls to avoid. This tutorial breaks down gear selection, clutch control, and footwork for both upshifting and downshifting, ideal for truck driver students or anyone learning to operate a 10-speed manual transmission.

Key steps

  1. Identify the range selector (splitter) and its role in gear selection
  2. Practice double clutching to avoid grinding gears during shifts
  3. Fix missed gears by quickly re-engaging the clutch and re-shifting
  4. Manage gear shifts effectively when driving on hills

Questions & answers

What is the best way to remember the 10-speed shifting pattern?

CDL College offers a free 10-Speed Shift Pattern Diagram to tape to your dash for practice.

Are there any common mistakes to avoid when shifting?

Yes—avoid pushing the clutch twice before moving the shifter, resting your hand on the shifter, or 'dancing in neutral' (frequent small shifts).

Description from the creator

Are you currently learning how to shift a 10 speed transmission? Our 10 speed shifting tips video has many valuable tips to help you become a better shifter.
This video is part of a playlist that contains other videos featuring on-the-road training.
CDL College offers professional CDL training in Commerce City, CO. Students make their own training schedules and do not have to attend school every day. Open 7 days a week for Class A and Class B training. LCV training also available.

In this 10 Speed Shifting TIPS video:
• 10-Speed OVERVIEW 0:12
• The Range Selector (Splitter) 0:25
• Double Clutching 3:03
• Clutch Pedal 4:32
• Side Grip 5:48
• Upshifting a 10-Speed 7:53
• Downshifting a 10-Speed 10:17
• Fixing Missed Gears 12:05
• High/Low RPM Shifting 13:05
• Shifting on Hills 14:34
• Speedometer Math 15:16
• Why Does The Truck Jerk After Every Shift? 16:11
BAD HABITS:
• Pushing the Clutch Twice Before Moving the Shifter 17:04
• Removing Your Hand From the Shifter in Neutral 17:41
• Resting Your Hand on the Shifter 18:17
• Dancing in Neutral 18:53
SHIFTING DEMOS:
• Upshifting Demonstration 4th-10th Gears 19:29
• Downshifting Demonstration 10th-6th Gears 21:19
• Upshifting Footwork 20:51
• Downshifting Footwork 21:14

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CDL College has a 10-Speed SHIFT PATTERN DIAGRAM that may help you become a better shifter. It's FREE. Tape it to the dash when you practice driving. Download it here cdlcollege.com/courses/CDL_Lesson_Page_Thumbnai…

We also offer a free SHIFTING TIPS handout (pdf) that covers everything in the video. You may download it here cdlcollege.com/courses/CDL_Lesson_Page_Thumbnai…

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CDL College, LLC published this 22:02 video tutorial on November 7, 2016. It has been watched 3,650,268 times on YouTube.

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