|
Hey,
I'm new to stick too and have only had my Si going on week 4 now. I started out stalling a lot too, but I am much better now. (although I still stall occasionally.)
Anyhoo. I found the easiest way to not start off slow at the light and get a smooth shift. My friend does this too in her Jetta.
Note (it may not be the best way though):
At a stop light (flat ground):
Clutch in + Brake + in 1st Gear.
As soon as the light changes, I quickly gas it to ~1600 rpm. Then I release the clutch until I hit the friction point (the rev will drop and you will feel you have to put in more gas or else you will stall). At which point, I give it more gas and release the clutch slightly slower. It feels smooth and you'll get off the line at a decent rate.
On Hills, I usually bring it to ~2000rpm (depending on the incline) and do the same thing.
Try this and let me know if it works better for you. Anyone else do this method?
|