New Z owner with a quick question.

Burriss03 · 03-20-2012, 04:59 PM

I just got my Z a few weeks ago, and am just wondering if it is bad at all to always keep my Z in sport mode?i like the way it downshifts automatically, but is there any long term harm thats gonna be done. If someone can answer i'd appreciate it!

Niche79 · 03-20-2012, 05:11 PM

you mean theres an option to NOT have it in sports mode!!!!

LakeShow · 03-20-2012, 05:38 PM

Whoa you got a 6-speed and it downshift automatically! That's amazing a manual that shifts itself.

ZCarMan · 03-20-2012, 05:59 PM

Should be no problem. Many leave theirs Synchrorev Match engaged.

USAF_troop · 03-20-2012, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Burriss03

I just got my Z a few weeks ago, and am just wondering if it is bad at all to always keep my Z in sport mode?i like the way it downshifts automatically, but is there any long term harm thats gonna be done. If someone can answer i'd appreciate it!

Many people on this forum keep it on, myself included. Although I've only had my Z for a few months. I haven't come across a thread where it became a prob for someone.

travisjb · 03-20-2012, 08:00 PM

the opposite... rev matching means less wear and tear on the clutch, less chance of overstressing the drivetrain... leave it on and enjoy

Skeeterbop · 03-20-2012, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

the opposite... rev matching means less wear and tear on the clutch, less chance of overstressing the drivetrain... leave it on and enjoy

Generally the only time I've seen somebody have a problem with it is when they change the diff ratios. Even then it isn't off by a lot (a few hundered rpm iirc)

EazyD · 03-21-2012, 12:56 AM

Leaving it on makes less wear & tear on the transmission

Burriss03 · 03-21-2012, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

the opposite... rev matching means less wear and tear on the clutch, less chance of overstressing the drivetrain... leave it on and enjoy

Awesome!i'll definitely keep it on!atleast until i install an aftermarket exhaust and wanna hear it rev down when i pull in to somewhere crowded ha

Burriss03 · 03-21-2012, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Niche79

you mean theres an option to NOT have it in sports mode!!!!

haha yeah i love it!

Burriss03 · 03-21-2012, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by LakeShow

Whoa you got a 6-speed and it downshift automatically! That's amazing a manual that shifts itself.

yeah its awesome...and from what ive just read its actually even better for your car.

EazyD · 03-23-2012, 12:06 AM

I make sure to downshift to first or second if there's a crowd, works even if you leave the clutch in. (especially leave the clutch in if you go to first)

This way I don't look like a fool trying to heel toe and failing/stalling when I'm just trying to brake to a stop

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03-20-2012, 04:59 PM	#1 (permalink)
Burriss03 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Macon Posts: 65 Drives: Black 09 Sport M6 Rep Power: 13	New Z owner with a quick question. I just got my Z a few weeks ago, and am just wondering if it is bad at all to always keep my Z in sport mode?i like the way it downshifts automatically, but is there any long term harm thats gonna be done. If someone can answer i'd appreciate it!

03-20-2012, 05:38 PM	#3 (permalink)
LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 26	Whoa you got a 6-speed and it downshift automatically! That's amazing a manual that shifts itself. __________________ \|2013 Audi S4\|Ibis White/Black\|S-Tronic P+\| \|2013 370z\|PearlWhite/Persimmon\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|F.I. CBE 18" CF\| \|Sold\|2011 370z\|Gun Metallic\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|

03-20-2012, 05:59 PM	#4 (permalink)
ZCarMan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: MD Posts: 4,488 Drives: 09 Z34, 13 F-150 Rep Power: 26	Should be no problem. Many leave theirs Synchrorev Match engaged. __________________ Jon Swift \| SPC \| Stillen \| Motordyne \| AAM \| Cobb \| Hawk \| Volk Racing \| Bridgestone Green Demon Eyes

03-20-2012, 08:00 PM	#6 (permalink)
travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 189	the opposite... rev matching means less wear and tear on the clutch, less chance of overstressing the drivetrain... leave it on and enjoy __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

03-21-2012, 12:56 AM	#8 (permalink)
EazyD A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Massachusetts, USA Posts: 1,211 Drives: 2010 6MT Sport pkg. Rep Power: 26	Leaving it on makes less wear & tear on the transmission __________________ Pearl White 2010 370Z Sport, Stillen CBE, tint, K&N drop-in filters, GT-R start button, Kenwood DNX-6980 with backup cam, LED bulbs, Raceseng shift knob.

03-20-2012, 05:11 PM	#2 (permalink)
Niche79 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Kissimmee, FL Posts: 900 Drives: '09 SR Tour/Sprt/Nav Rep Power: 37	you mean theres an option to NOT have it in sports mode!!!!

03-23-2012, 12:06 AM	#12 (permalink)
EazyD A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Massachusetts, USA Posts: 1,211 Drives: 2010 6MT Sport pkg. Rep Power: 26	I make sure to downshift to first or second if there's a crowd, works even if you leave the clutch in. (especially leave the clutch in if you go to first) This way I don't look like a fool trying to heel toe and failing/stalling when I'm just trying to brake to a stop Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Pearl White 2010 370Z Sport, Stillen CBE, tint, K&N drop-in filters, GT-R start button, Kenwood DNX-6980 with backup cam, LED bulbs, Raceseng shift knob.

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