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Re: [Shop-talk] Coast in Neutral -the next great debate

To: John Innis <jdinnis@gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Shop-talk] Coast in Neutral -the next great debate
From: David Scheidt <dmscheidt@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, 13 Dec 2022 11:57:13 -0600
Cc: shop-talk@autox.team.net
Delivered-to: mharc@autox.team.net
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> On Dec 13, 2022, at 09:05, John Innis <jdinnis@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> 
> Flat towing is a slightly different scenario because the engine is not 
> running.  If the engine is running and the clutch is NOT depressed, the input 
> shaft will be turning.  As long as the input shaft is turning, there is 
> lubrication provided.  When flat towing only the output shaft is turning, so 
> no lubrication.  

The input will be turning at idle. The output will be turning at whatever road 
speed is.  I would not trust the lubrication splash is enough for highway 
speed. Wonâ??t be long enough for it matter for a stop light, but down a 
mountain?  


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