Which gear should be used to start with Fast Small Eight-speed transmission?
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When starting with the Fast Small Eight-speed transmission, the vehicle needs to be in the low gear range. If the vehicle is unloaded, you can use 1st or 2nd gear to start. Below is a related introduction about car tires: Function: Car tires are one of the important components of a vehicle, directly in contact with the road surface. Together with the car suspension, they help absorb shocks during driving, ensuring good ride comfort and smoothness. They also ensure good adhesion between the wheels and the road surface, improve the vehicle's traction, braking, and off-road capability, and bear the weight of the car. The important role of tires in vehicles has gained increasing attention. Classification: Based on structure, they can be divided into radial tires and bias tires; based on tread patterns, they can be categorized into rib tires, transverse pattern tires, mixed pattern tires, and off-road pattern tires.
Having driven a Fast Gear 8-speed transmission truck for over a decade, I always insist on starting from 1st gear. The 1st gear provides maximum power output at low RPMs, allowing the fully loaded truck to move quickly and steadily while avoiding stalling or wheel spin. Some drivers take shortcuts by starting directly in 2nd gear when empty, but this can easily damage the clutch or cause rollback on slopes, which is not worth the risk. After starting, gradually accelerate—shift up to around 4th gear in the low range before switching to the high range (5th to 8th gears). This ensures smooth operation and better fuel efficiency. Extra caution is needed in rain or snow; starting in lower gears enhances wheel traction to prevent accidents. With practice, the truck will handle as smoothly as an old friend. Regular oil changes and transmission maintenance significantly improve durability.
