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Ok here goes the rant. I will continue to use second as I have, if it breaks I will fix it. The most beautiful thing about this country is we all have the freedom to do as we see fit. Yes the manual calls for first gear starts but the authors of the manual have to take into account all variables...

I also do not sit at lights with my foot on the clutch. Second gear is 9 out of 10 right there no problem the other 1 I go to third then right into second.

Not a problem, we all have something we are passionate about. By the way do you think you can make the meet and greet at the end of Feb.?

I am all about discussing difference in opinions just keep you sarcasm and attitude it isn't needed. We all have different opinions and thoughts on what works hence the discussion. I think the myth of not starting in second gear is blown way out of proportion. There are too many variables in...

With proper maintenance and lack of abuse I think second gear is fine. My opinion only mind you. Also mine goes into second just fine. I just can't see any reason unloaded why second is so bad. Especially when the truck is bobbed and weighs less.

Would someone please help me understand why we should not take off in second gear? Why would the load on second gear with an empty truck be any worse than taking off in first gear with a loaded truck and shifting to second. Or even shifting to second on a hill. I am not sure the torque load is...