Originally Posted by
Teasmade
I have HSA and like it. Less faffing between the handbrake and throttle. I don't rely on it, yet I do find it useful.
Problem with this is that you're putting the strain (and extra wear) on the clutch by feathering it on a hill to keep the car still. Much better to use the handbrake to take the car's weight whilst you bring the clutch to bite - you won't need as much throttle and/or need to slip the clutch so much. Considerably less chance of making a mistake and the car rolling back either.
Using the clutch to hold your position on a hill is a sure fire way to glaze the pressure plate, fry the clutch. Using the E-brake or being adept enough to coordinate brake/clutch work are about your only options. Unless replacing the clutch, pressure plate and throw out bearing every 20k seems like fun
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