Need instructions for driving 23 Touring

[23 Touring]

I recently bought a 1923 Touring car which seems to be in a remarkable state of preservation.
I don’t know how to drive it. I have watched videos and understand that all the way down on the left pedal is LOW Gear. How do I get the pedal back up to make it go into HIGH Gear?

Also is it necessary to hold the middle pedal down while backing up?

Do I have to do anything with the left pedal when going from forward to reverse?

Any instructions will be greatly appreciated?
Richard Cottingham

[Jerry VanOoteghem]

I recently bought a 1923 Touring car which seems to be in a remarkable state of preservation.
I don’t know how to drive it. I have watched videos and understand that all the way down on the left pedal is LOW Gear. How do I get the pedal back up to make it go into HIGH Gear?

Also is it necessary to hold the middle pedal down while backing up?

Do I have to do anything with the left pedal when going from forward to reverse?

Any instructions will be greatly appreciated?
Richard Cottingham

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[CudaMan]

If the transmission is working correctly, the left hand pedal will come up on its own when you release your foot pressure on it. If the hand brake lever is vertical (neutral), the left hand pedal will only go up partway, to neutral. If the hand brake lever is fully forward, the left hand pedal will come up further and the transmission will go into high gear. Try to match the engine speed to what you think it will be in high gear to minimize any jerking or shudder when high gear engages.

Yes, you need to hold pressure on the middle pedal when backing up under power. I make it a habit to put the hand brake lever in the vertical position (neutral) when backing up, that way if I release pressure on the reverse pedal the car will be in neutral and can continue to coast backwards (unless you press the brake pedal, of course).

My suggestion is to take the car to a large, flat parking lot or field and just practice! Soon you'll get the hang of it and it will seem natural.

[23 Touring]

Thank you for your concise and easy to understand response. This is really very helpful.