How are my fellow new manual drivers doing? - Page 2

Benb · 02-20-2017, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by monkeychops

found myself 1-3-5 shifting....ALOT....
car drives nice that way and is happy to do it.

still hate the nannys.
even turned off...... they still SUCK

I agree, sometimes 1- 2 - 5

I'd like to see what the short shifting feels like in the 1LE. After 19k of driving cross country last year, I've had my stupid moments, but it's been a great first manual car. I do notice that the cars fluid does like to be nice and warm, otherwise very its really clunky.

Dysan911 · 02-20-2017, 03:35 PM

I changed my tranny fluid rather quickly to the Mobil 1 Synth and it really helped make shifting even smoother.

I tend to shift 1, 3, 5 but sometimes just love the sound of Sport mode reaching for 3k RPM and will shift 1, 2, 4. However its not long before I eventually need to go to 5th for typical speed cruising.

GRTJBMuscle16 · 02-20-2017, 08:21 PM

I've driven a manual before and they're fun to drive but I wasn't sure whether to go with manual or auto. I love downshifting to 3rd at about 50 mph and going through the gears. Mine is a vert, so I can hear that beautiful sound loud and clear. Another thing I've started doing is as I'm passing someone on the interstate, pull beside them at about 68, downshift to 4th, and accelerate. It's like making music. So fun!

Dysan911 · 02-20-2017, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by GRTJBMuscle16

I've driven a manual before and they're fun to drive but I wasn't sure whether to go with manual or auto. I love downshifting to 3rd at about 50 mph and going through the gears. Mine is a vert, so I can hear that beautiful sound loud and clear. Another thing I've started doing is as I'm passing someone on the interstate, pull beside them at about 68, downshift to 4th, and accelerate. It's like making music. So fun!

4th? Oh you really need to try 3rd!. That puts the RPM's right where the power is.

Jdelgado92 · 02-20-2017, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Dysan911

4th? Oh you really need to try 3rd!. That puts the RPM's right where the power is.

I have to agree, I like to down shift to 2nd when I'm merging into a highway and then row throigh the geara and down to 3rd if I'm already at high speeds

BamBam2SS · 02-21-2017, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by zeekle

My last two cars were Z cars and I am having a little adjustment problems but I agree the camaro is a lot more forgiving.

Because the clutch doesn't grip so hard and fast its hard to feel the engagement point.

I am giving up on the rev matching in this car but I was spoiled to Nissan version.

The clutch is definitely lighter on the Camaro, I heard removing the helper spring on the pedal will help give you more feedback but I haven't tried it yet in fear of messing with the throw out bearing. But I know a less strong spring or removal all together is a common mod on the current Mustang's.

I too got spoiled by the rev matching on the Z, I hit the paddle every time I get in the Camaro as habit now to turn it on.

motorheadkev · 02-21-2017, 11:47 AM

first of all kudos to all you people who purchased the manual.
you cannot acquire a full experience of a sports car unless it is a manual.
and this manual is very easy to drive and very forgiving compared to the other 9 manual cars I have owned.
you guys did the right thing with learning how to drive a manual.

funny story, the Chevy dealer I bought my car from did not know how to drive a manual. I would have fired that guy. lol

Lafourche1 · 02-21-2017, 12:34 PM

I (and my SO) find this manual very easy to drive. The 350Z and the Subaru WRX were both far more notchy and vague to row through the gears. I find the rev match to work well. It is better than I am, when I choose to leave it off and practice a little heel and toe work. It is easier to shift than the 3 - 4th Gen F-Bodies that I owned ('96 LT1 / 98 LS1 / 2000 SLP Firehawk) and those older 6 speeds.

Hard to shift?? Try a 1969 Dodge 3/4 ton 4 speed with first being the granny 1st gear. I took my driving test in that. Try driving a RTO 9513 (Rear drive / Twin screw / Overdrive / 950 pound feet / 13 forward gear ratios) for a while. Was easier to shift without the clutch.

Ghost 1LE · 02-21-2017, 12:46 PM

I test drove a 1LE and then a 2SS auto, needless to say, I came home with the 1LE. The auto was nice, but it seemed like I was just driving any other car, I like to be more involved and know in the auto I would eventually get bored of it.

Dysan911 · 02-21-2017, 09:16 PM

"Bunch of Granny shifting, not double clutching like you should".

monkeychops · 02-22-2017, 06:28 AM

I like granny shifting....and double clutching is for new fresh out of school.... truck drivers...If you cant Float that shit get the hell out of that truck.

LesBaer · 02-22-2017, 07:07 AM

I've been living my life 8 seconds at a time LOL

C5Txfan · 02-22-2017, 02:44 PM

I don't feel sorry for you cry babies about the older hard shifting manuals in the Z or whatever ... you should've try to drive an MG Midget back in the '70s .... no first gear synchronizer - you had to come to complete stop to shift into first !

Techn9cian805 · 02-22-2017, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by C5Txfan

I don't feel sorry for you cry babies about the older hard shifting manuals in the Z or whatever ... you should've try to drive an MG Midget back in the '70s .... no first gear synchronizer - you had to come to complete stop to shift into first !

no clutch brake either??? dang, we youngsters are spoiled

02-20-2017, 03:35 PM	#16
Dysan911 Drives: 2017 50th Anniversary 2SS Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 930	I changed my tranny fluid rather quickly to the Mobil 1 Synth and it really helped make shifting even smoother. I tend to shift 1, 3, 5 but sometimes just love the sound of Sport mode reaching for 3k RPM and will shift 1, 2, 4. However its not long before I eventually need to go to 5th for typical speed cruising. __________________ Former Ride: 17 Camaro 2SS, M6 - Fifty \| Procharger P1SC \| 3.7 Pulley \| Stage 2 IC \| Race Bypass \| DSX FF Kit \| JRE Custom E85 Flex Fuel Tune \| LT4 Fuel System \| JMS Voltage Booster \| MSD Plug Wires \| American Racing 1-7/8's LT Headers Full System Catback \| Baro Breakout Harness \| LT4 Map Sensor \| Katech Ported TB \| MMS Oil Catch Can \| 160 Thermo \| Solo Performance J-Pipes

02-21-2017, 11:47 AM	#21
motorheadkev Drives: 2017 Camaro 2LT-217CI Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Wantagh, NY Posts: 170	good for you guys first of all kudos to all you people who purchased the manual. you cannot acquire a full experience of a sports car unless it is a manual. and this manual is very easy to drive and very forgiving compared to the other 9 manual cars I have owned. you guys did the right thing with learning how to drive a manual. funny story, the Chevy dealer I bought my car from did not know how to drive a manual. I would have fired that guy. lol

02-21-2017, 12:34 PM	#22
Lafourche1 Drives: 2019 CLA 450 Mercedes Join Date: May 2016 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 1,107	I (and my SO) find this manual very easy to drive. The 350Z and the Subaru WRX were both far more notchy and vague to row through the gears. I find the rev match to work well. It is better than I am, when I choose to leave it off and practice a little heel and toe work. It is easier to shift than the 3 - 4th Gen F-Bodies that I owned ('96 LT1 / 98 LS1 / 2000 SLP Firehawk) and those older 6 speeds. Hard to shift?? Try a 1969 Dodge 3/4 ton 4 speed with first being the granny 1st gear. I took my driving test in that. Try driving a RTO 9513 (Rear drive / Twin screw / Overdrive / 950 pound feet / 13 forward gear ratios) for a while. Was easier to shift without the clutch. __________________ 2019 Lunar Blue Metallic Mercedes CLS 450 2021 C43 AMG Mercedes Coupe Metallic Cardinal Red 2014 Lincoln MKT EcoBoost (The Bus)

02-21-2017, 09:16 PM	#24
Dysan911 Drives: 2017 50th Anniversary 2SS Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 930	"Bunch of Granny shifting, not double clutching like you should". __________________ Former Ride: 17 Camaro 2SS, M6 - Fifty \| Procharger P1SC \| 3.7 Pulley \| Stage 2 IC \| Race Bypass \| DSX FF Kit \| JRE Custom E85 Flex Fuel Tune \| LT4 Fuel System \| JMS Voltage Booster \| MSD Plug Wires \| American Racing 1-7/8's LT Headers Full System Catback \| Baro Breakout Harness \| LT4 Map Sensor \| Katech Ported TB \| MMS Oil Catch Can \| 160 Thermo \| Solo Performance J-Pipes

02-22-2017, 07:07 AM	#26
LesBaer FMPG Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: CT Posts: 1,888	I've been living my life 8 seconds at a time LOL __________________ Ordered 3/8/16- NFG/Ceramic White, M6, MRC, NPP, 6 pots, blk blade, no sunroof, blk splitter, blk bow ties, dark tails, nav. ARH 1 7/8" ceramic coated full sys w/NPP; Maggie 9.2psi (85mm); Jannetty rough idle cam(TSP), tune and LT4 fuel system; Forgeline VX1 Black PVD (20x10,11); R88R 315's; ALPriority; BMR rear arms, bushings, DS loop; RF intake (red); nGauge 93 octane: 712rwhp, 654rwtq / E85 (E66 mix): 734rwhp, 674rwtq (SuperFlow Dyno)

02-20-2017, 08:21 PM	#17
GRTJBMuscle16 Drives: 2016 Convertible 2LT RS M6 Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: TN Posts: 15	I've driven a manual before and they're fun to drive but I wasn't sure whether to go with manual or auto. I love downshifting to 3rd at about 50 mph and going through the gears. Mine is a vert, so I can hear that beautiful sound loud and clear. Another thing I've started doing is as I'm passing someone on the interstate, pull beside them at about 68, downshift to 4th, and accelerate. It's like making music. So fun!

02-21-2017, 12:46 PM	#23
Ghost 1LE Drives: 2014 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Illinois Posts: 14	I test drove a 1LE and then a 2SS auto, needless to say, I came home with the 1LE. The auto was nice, but it seemed like I was just driving any other car, I like to be more involved and know in the auto I would eventually get bored of it.

02-22-2017, 06:28 AM	#25
monkeychops Drives: 2016 V6 6 speed Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: IL Posts: 166	I like granny shifting....and double clutching is for new fresh out of school.... truck drivers...If you cant Float that shit get the hell out of that truck.

02-22-2017, 02:44 PM	#27
C5Txfan Drives: 2004 Corvette Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Ft Worth Tx Posts: 115	I don't feel sorry for you cry babies about the older hard shifting manuals in the Z or whatever ... you should've try to drive an MG Midget back in the '70s .... no first gear synchronizer - you had to come to complete stop to shift into first !

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