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“When you see a tunnel, or an overpass” I was like “YUUUP you have too”

I own a 2020 sti and I've had issues with making a smooth transition from 1 to 2. Thanks for putting it in a different perspective, this really helped.

I like that you don't use any music or have a fake over the top personality, just kept it informative and to the point

I can relate to that tunnel part, my skill in driving stick is now over 9000 cuz of this practice.

watched u since u had elantra. but dang homie stalled for the video. thumbs up hahahah

So glad to hear I'm not the only one who has issues. This was helpful to watch.

The STI specifically has an absurdly high connect point. Feels almost like a 2-step connection clutch. While it took me a while to master - I noticed that as long as you're not afraid of the clutch, you will always sense the grapple point. From then on, just practice entering that first gear with less and less RPM, 'till the point where it feels like an automatic.

This was an awesome video, addressed a lot of the things I'm struggling to get the hang of with my sti transmission. You convinced me to finally pull the trigger on this slew of shifter mods. Stock feels super spongey. Based on how yours sounds alone, they make a huge difference.

im so glad i subbed to you. ive been driving a manual for years but your color correction, the way you speak, and of course your car, just forces me to watch you lmao. thanks for uploading, really enjoy your content.

Using that "rev at people" tip has greatly improved my shifting skill. Btw it would have been nice if you had a camera aiming at the tachometer and pedals

Great video man. I drive just like that. You are absolutely right about the WRX. I still love my 2017 WRX.

Thank you man! Been almost 10 years since my last manual. I appreciate your advice.

omg dude you got me good with the tunnel comment and revving at people!! love your personality, been driving my 16 WRX for about a year now but i figured it was time for a refresher for an XP boost.

I just got a 2022 wrx and I have no idea how to drive stick, and I found it so frustrating and this video really helped me understand what was going on and why I was having trouble starting. Thank you!

Man u underrated as heck. Been watching wrx builds since I got my 21’ and yours has been my favorite build. Definitely deserve more subs. 🤝🤝💯

Looking to possibly move into a WRX... Will be my daily driver, so I am torn, nervous, yet excited.. Thanks for the video!

I already know how to drive stick but watching this was enjoyable and calming haha, subbed.

Just bought a 21 wrx STI . Still learning how to drive standard. This helped spot

The grabbing point is so weird in the WRX, and even differs from each car. My clutch felt super light on my car, test drove a buddy’s 2018 limited and his clutch felt extremely heavy and the resistance was definitely noticable

Thanks so much for making this! It’s videos like this that keep me coming back, you listening to your subscribers and bringing content we request!

I definitely noticed you gotta rev it a little higher down shifting from 3 to 2nd so I got into the habit of double tapping the gas pedal when down shifting into 2nd and it’s been working well for me,smooth every time 2013 wrx

Just bought a 2016 wrx! This video helped so much!

It took me a lot of time to be smooth when I started to drive stick. But it’s very rewarding. When I did my friends 2018 WRX I felt like I never drove stick before it was so violent and non-cooperating.

Bro', I love how informative and in-depth you were... then the tunnel and I saw that smirk and lost my shit. Hahahaha, got me good.

One of best Wrx driving videos 👍

that stopper is actually really useful. Im a new manual driver and I noticed in my wrx that theres kind of a "dead" zone at the very bottom when you push the clutch in and after I lift it a little bit i can start feeling it actually push back. I subconsciously put the clutch right before that dead zone and I notice my shift are smoother

i 100% agree with you that the clutch engagement was so hard getting used to. i almost got rid of my 2016 wrx just for that reason. sometimes i still to this day am not 100% smooth with my shifts. might try and get a boomba shift plate and stopper in the future. all i have is the factory (sti) short shifter, a heavy shift nob and bushing.

Tomorrow if all goes good im going to subaru and getting an sti. But i've never driven a manual car so i've been watching videos all day. Still nervous don't want to stall a millions of times. Heart is pounding.

i have 26,000 miles on my still stock 2016 wrx. here is my tip to shift in a stock wrx. 1st gear launch: apply a little gas and lift off slowly on clutch. once it starts to grab and car moves, hold for 2secs and then release (clutch is like close to halfway point) avoiding 1st to 2nd gear jerks: from first gear, do not exceed more than 2500rpm to shift into 2nd. i keep seeing people and hearing people complain about jerkiness of the car from 1st to 2nd. hope this help new 2015-2019 wrx owners.

Yep bought an 18 last week and I was starting to think I forgot how to drive a stick.... it makes me feel better to hear that I'm not the only one that thinks these things shift super loose

Learning to drive my ‘19 STi was a big ass learning curve compared to how I drove my ‘12 VW Passat (Yes, it’s a 5-speed manual). I finally got it all down, but sometimes I still mess up man😂 One day my shifts are nice and smooth, and the next day they’re slightly clunky🤦🏻‍♂️ I still can’t shift that well in Sport Sharp mode lol.

I noticed the clutch engages up high (on my stock) sti. It's not necessarily a point but a small range. 1-2nd is fine as long i'm quick. When moving slower (driving in slow traffic or driving slowly when police are present) the 1st to 2nd shift requires a small amount of gas (between the shift) when going into 2nd to counteract the engine braking. I have even noticed that I can shift without pushing the clutch pedal all the way to the floor. (but I still push it to the floor). I have pretty much mastered low speed maneuvering and creeping with the clutch... riding the clutch slightly is pretty much a necessity when moving slow in a parking lot or backing into a space. When backing in, I just leave the clutch half way engaged and blip/rev the gas a lil, If I need to give it more gas i let the clutch pedal out more... doesn't burn the clutch or anything... STI clutch seems to be very tolerant.

I agree - I’ve been driving manuals for at least 40yrs and my 2019 WRX has the worst normal daily drivability of anything I’ve driven before. It’s the only complaint I have with the vehicle. I like my music really loud and when driving in town must REALLY concentrate on throttle and clutch. It’s a PITA.

I have a 2001 bugeye STi and yes, the clutch is the same as these newest version. The grab point feels like it's at around 1/5 down or 4/5 up. Subaru must think it's faster to shift if you don't have to press all the way down to the floor, although I still press it all the way to the floor just to be on the safe side. 1st and 2nd gear is a bit tricky to get smooth, but not a huge problem once get used to them.

Rev at people to let them know you drive a cool car. Awesome build man

I just bought my first Subaru today and got it home 🥺😭💙 i was doing fine with all the shifts but i had super trouble with the starts. this video helped me understand the starts so much with finding the grab point and letting it out slower as i hit the gas instead of trying to release it fully as i feel the throttle start to grab. on the way home i stalled 6 times at the same light and panicked so hard, i was so smooth and did so well the whole way, then i got to that light and i fucking torched it 😭thank you so much

Great video man always make the best content

The end part was funny 😆 he was like you have to rev your engine at people for balance! 😂😂😂

I bought my 2017 subaru wrx sti to learn stick on and it has been so difficult! The clutch has been such a journey to learn LOL. I also shift so slow.

I found that awd takes a little time to get use to. You never want to carry the car with low rpm unless your going slightly downhill for better mpg. The drivetrain is vulnerable to damage if not driven right. And never shock the diff haha or you will have a bad day.

The only issue I have is 1st to 2nd shifts, it’s so annoying. I almost have to skip the clutch just to try to shift smoothly. I just add some gas and don’t let out the clutch right away, helps a bit.

shaddix knows what hes talking about!!! 1% trolling in the video but also educational HAHA!

I have a 2023 wrx shifting with some gas is the trick from 1 to 2 came here to confirm ty.

How much power you putting down? Also how is the transmission holding out? Great vid

My mazda 6 did this going into 1st gear to quick it woukd stall out i learned over time letting off the clutch smooth not slow that it wouldent stall out small trick but after i was used to it it made driveing it easyer

6:18 was exactly what I neededto fully understand wow 😂😂 thanks broski

This went from educational to hilarious at an alarming rate.

Thanks for the tips!

Definitely a shallow clutch on the STI. I have been driving my 2018 for two years. Not a big enough problem to mod the car to make it easier to drive/shift. It is a racing clutch (meaning you don't have to push the clutch to the floor to shift; only to start.)

thank god lol, i got my car this past christmas and thought it was just me. I also own a fully built 350z and i LOVE the clutch in it. the WRX clutch im not to fond of. not yet i guess lol LOVE the car tho

exhaust mods? sounds freaking fantastic. great video but really wanting to know how you squeeze out your turbo noises lol

You just enjoy driving the wrx. I do to brother!

you’re a legend

Good vid brotha, keep up the good work! Btw, which shift knob is that?

Ah yes my favorite 15+ wrx build. That was some good info! I need to pick up a boomba shift plate to go with my stopper and bushing.

Have down shifted at almost every light I’ve ever stopped at in any car and never wore my clutch lol still doing it in my 19 wrx no issues

Great video and thanks .. 1 question please, when I'm in gear does it get lock tight? What happened was sometimes let's say I'm in 1st gear and stepped on clutch but I forgot and thought I was in neutral so I move it a bit and try to go left and up again.. by doing that, will I do any damage to it? Thanks

Great video!!

I'm trading in my CVT WRX for a manual one, thanks for the video!

🤣😂🤣Awesome video brother!! I Almost died laughing at 4:44 "Lower your windows." You are so straight faced and technical/responsible until BAM!! I Knew exactly what you were doing the moment you said tunnel. I bought a 2023 WRX (my first) a few months ago, and have since modified it a bit (Magnaflow Catback, Perrin Cold-Air Intake, etc.) so everytime I'm driving home and my girlfriend's in the car she yells at me because I "Lower my windows." XD She has no idea why I do it (well she gets the idea) but I had to immediately send this to her to prove I'm not "hooning" I'm driving properly. ;) HAHAHa Awesome!

please show more of how you changed the clutch engagement point

I think many new cars have high bite point. However, I'm not entirely sure it is actually good to put an artificial block to shorten the range. Also for me, having a consistent seat position is a key to driving smoothly

Been watching your videos for a while and they keep getting better, keep it up! Did you have a hard time finding a compatible shift knob for the Boomba STS?

Dude I didn’t know how to drive stick and still am not great at it and I had to start on wrx as a Subaru dealership. I feel a little better knowing that they r a bit more difficult than other manuals

Good video man. You passed by my house 😂

I Give a Little gas early almost prematurely about to 2k rpm. Right before I get to 2k I'm letting Clutch rise up from floor for 1st gear take offs my Clutch is picky.. otherwise I feel alot of bite

appreciate the info.

great video man! would you say a stage 1 tune will help with the smoothness? my wrx is completely stock and im pretty knew at driving manuals so im not very good at it. shifting and starting seems to feel different every time

What abt new models, 1st to 2nd and rev hang? Seems hard to get a nice clean shift?

Love the video man! Got a 2017 wrx about a month ago and I'm loving it and want to treat it as well as I can. My question is as far as the mods for better shifting you were talking about, keeping in mind that I don't have endless money, what would you recommend I start with???

Got my WRX 3 Months ago so yeah thanks shaddix I'm gonna put shift stopper for now coz its too deep..

I’ve been blipping my car heel & toe downshifting heaps everyday for 1.5 years and my clutch is still good.

why does turning off ac and rolling windows down help with tunnels?

Shaddix, I also noticed the goofy grab point for clutch release and gear engagement. I was wondering and was curious if you sell the clutch pedal stopper you made? I am curious about how it works and how to properly install it.

also what shift knob is that? looks great!

what kind of exhaust and BOV do you have ?? thanks alot

If purchasing a stock 2021 Subaru STI where can I buy all these parts listed that you recommend Shaddix? I'm new to stick shift, but I want to learn how to master this skill as it's an essential part of driving and makes the user feel more engaged when driving a vehicle.

Thanks!

First thing I thought about then I got my sti the grab point is so high

Nothing like a Miata, sifts like a dream!

i like this guy

Is there a reason why the shift knob shakes ?

You have to let the clutch out in neutral while your revving to speed up the input shaft to actually rev match, you know your doing it right when you can do it the same without even using the clutch but what do I know

Just got the ‘17 WRX as my first manual car 😶 lemme tell you, this video helped... How bad is stalling? Also, more tips for hills please!!!

The 3rd to 2nd downshift is a pain in the ass for me without bucking the car . Sometimes i nail it smooth and sometimes i dont

I’m having trouble driving my 2021 sti, like shifting wise, shifting smooth, like do I dump the clutch right after I shift? Or get to the grabbing point while giving lil gas? But when I did that I started over reving for no reason

I don’t get the whole tunnel/under the bridge thing lol is it because it’s loud 😂

I dont want to nitpick but rev-matching when done properly doesn’t put any more wear or tear on the drivetrain. It’s way better than pushing the clutch in and downshifting and then letting the clutch out and not blipping the throttle. In fact, it puts less wear on the flywheel and clutch disc than starting from a stop in 1st.

hey man, I have a 2021 WRX just got it today. I want to get all these shifting mods you suggested. do you have recommended brand for the Engine Pitch Stop, Torque Solution Billet Transmission Mount, Whiteline Positive Shift Kit, Clutch Stopper, and Gas Pedal Spacer?

When you up shifting do you let off the clutch before you give it gas or do you give it gas as your letting out the clutch?

Best part of the video Going Under the Bridge

i drive an 09 wrx, had it since i bought as a christmas/birthday gift for myself. were now in september the next year and i STILL am not used to the damn clutch lol. Fuckin hate first gear lmao. Love the car though but would much rather drive my 350z but definitely cant daily it like the wrx

I just got a wrx and my clutch grab point is far out is well super weird geting used to.

Never drove manual aside from my friends speed3 and been looking at a WRX for my next car, would it be a good choice jumping into manual with it?

revving at people as they pass is always the way. definitely increases the longevity of your clutch by atleast 20%

Hey I just noticed you had a carbon fiber e brake. Did you make that too? It looks a little nicer than the ones I’ve seen online. Just curious, thanks!

What blow off is that?

Why did you make a stopper to go under your clutch when you can just adjust the rod?

I did the tunnel trick once, during rush hour. Traffic was backed up, so naturally I pissed everyone off.