[OFFICIAL] Manual v. Automatic Thread

[Baronsmokes]

Originally Posted by jchammond

Over 30yrs. W/Class 3license-converted to CDL class A in late 80’s,,,had my share of shifting rigs & still do on occasions.
Being 6’6” is a big reason for the A/T preferred by myself + 2 new partial knees...I like the extra leg room without that third pedal.
Nearly 5:1 1st gear isn’t bad either,,,you have to learn the A/T to be able to make it perform as well.

Some what off topic.
Driving truck is all about rev match.Transmission is non synchronized.You do not have rev match like your Z.Real men do not use clutch.I sound like a jerk but that is how it is to drive trucks.