Have I been overusing the clutch?

Seith3

Member
Joined
Sep 3, 2025
Messages
8
I've been running my L3560 for about 2 years now and realized I might have been adding an extra move that isn't even needed. When I switch between forward and reverse, I've always been tapping the clutch before pressing the pedals. But the more I think about it, the tractor doesn't actually seem to require it because the pedals engage without any clutch action. The operator's manual doesn't really clear it up, so now I'm second guessing myself. Have I just been building muscle memory around a step all this time, or is that actually the right way to treat the shuttle shift on these machines?
 
Just skip the clutch for smoother gear changes, which means quicker work and easier on the clutch. Just go straight from forward to reverse, the shuttle shift has got you. Don't overthink it haha.
 

Latest posts

Back
Top