PDK out of gear at lights?

PDK out of gear at lights?

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NicD

Original Poster:

3,281 posts

258 months

Saturday 17th August 2013
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There was a recent thread re autos but what about the wet and dry PDK clutches?
I like to move to neutral when paused:
Makes me feel like I am doing something mechanical
Removes the slight creep forward.

But, am I wearing more than I am saving?

NicD

Original Poster:

3,281 posts

258 months

Saturday 17th August 2013
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mhh said:
There's no reason to put the PDK into neutral at the lights. Doing so serves no purpose.
I explained two reasons, here is a third. I can detect the engine speed drop slightly after the load is removed from the shift to neutral.

what is your source or expertise for your assertion?

NicD

Original Poster:

3,281 posts

258 months

Tuesday 20th August 2013
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mhh said:
Of course you can move the selector to N when stationary at the lights if you want to - just as you can with any automatic. It's just not necessary. Porsche says leave it in D.
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Yes, agreed it is not necessary, but neither is good driving.

And yes P suggest to leave in D in their owners manual but I interpret that advice as aimed at the lowest common denominator of know-nothing drivers for their convenience.

My question is a technical one. Do I cause more wear and tear by moving into N and back (often with a bit of throttle on)?