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Originally Posted by Jdelgado92
I was told that 1200 was a good spot to start but was able to take off with the rpms under 1000 a couple times so I'll definitely try to do that from now on
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Yes, you can look at the rpms as a guide but it is more about feel. You want to learn to feel exactly when the clutch is engaging. Once you become experienced you will not look at the tach to get the revs just right.
Does the new Camaro have the hill-hold assist feature, which automatically applies braking for a second or two so you don't roll backwards? If so, that's one less thing to worry about.
if not, it's just more practice.
The other thing that will come with practice is to learn to modulate the clutch ever so slightly when necessary. In other words, if you're letting out the clutch and feel the revs dying, don't be afraid to push it back in just a bit. It's not all or nothing. You'll feel and learn that engagement point, and learn to modulate around it.
Practice where there's the least traffic. Duh. Empty parking lots are great.
Most of all, instead of fearing it, embrace it. Mastering the clutch is one of the satisfying aspects of driving a manual. You'll come to love it.