Confessions of a 7AT Driver

Bucketlist2012 · 05-30-2013, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Please god let it be tomorrow.

Footloose301 · 05-30-2013, 07:12 PM

Some people just like to be a cry baby about everything. Never satisfied.

Haboob · 05-30-2013, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Ozz666

Whoever does this is an idiot IMO ! Its just asking for damage to the front end when you are rear ended by someone who doesn't notice that you are not moving.

I also love to see those same people waiting for oncoming traffic to make a turn, with their wheels already turned. Another disaster waiting to happen when they are rear ended and pushed into the oncoming traffic.

So we're idiots, yet the person who cannot tell when a car is stopped and rear-ends us is what? A genius?

Go troll elsewhere.

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Originally Posted by JARblue

lol when is your lease up?

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Please god let it be tomorrow.

Nailzs · 05-30-2013, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by 1st

Automatic transmissions are for those who find driving to be a confusing task, for those who need to focus 100% on pushing one pedal. Rather than admit that driving is a skill that needs to be practiced and mastered, the people who favor automatic transmissions blame their poor driving skills on everyone and everything else. Real men drive cars with manual transmissions. Real men understand that cars need three pedals, otherwise the vehicle is nothing more than a fancy golf cart. Men understand that driving is a skill, and that the best way to master this skill is to maintain absolute control of all aspects of a car at all times. If you think it’s better to let the car tell you what to do, you may as well turn in your testicles so that they don’t get in the way of your marathon sessions of watching The View.

Automatic drivers will never have to complain about clutch pedal sticking to the floor, clutch fluid leaking, clutch slipping, clutch adjustment, or clutch chatter.

forza370z · 05-30-2013, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Haboob

So we're idiots, yet the person who cannot tell when a car is stopped and rear-ends us is what? A genius?

Go troll elsewhere.

Everything without brake lights on is considered moving object thus you don't have to slow down your car!!

But I usually hit the brakes whenever the car is not moving anyways just in case some idiots thought I am moving and kiss my rear(yeah all kinds of people live on this planet you never know

).

Haboob · 05-30-2013, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by forza370z

Everything without brake lights on is considered moving object thus you don't have to slow down your car!!

But I usually hit the brakes whenever the car is not moving anyways just in case some idiots thought I am moving and kiss my rear(yeah all kinds of people live on this planet you never know

).

I worry about that, very little, but it's there.

However, it's pointless to sit there on the brake. If someone is going to hit you, they're going to hit you.

If they can't tell the object in front of them is not moving, then their license needs revoking.

forza370z · 05-30-2013, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Haboob

I worry about that, very little, but it's there.

However, it's pointless to sit there on the brake. If someone is going to hit you, they're going to hit you.

If they can't tell the object in front of them is not moving, then their license needs revoking.

True. If a person is going to hit you then he/she probably wouldn't even notice if your brake lights are on or not.

User Name · 05-30-2013, 08:10 PM

I like the 7at in the G37/370Z a lot as far your torque converter autos go. But I just don't know how to have fun in an auto. When I take a corner, I like the whole clutch/2nd gear procedure.

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Originally Posted by 1st
Automatic transmissions are for those who find driving to be a confusing task, for those who need to focus 100% on pushing one pedal. Rather than admit that driving is a skill that needs to be practiced and mastered, the people who favor automatic transmissions blame their poor driving skills on everyone and everything else. Real men drive cars with manual transmissions. Real men understand that cars need three pedals, otherwise the vehicle is nothing more than a fancy golf cart. Men understand that driving is a skill, and that the best way to master this skill is to maintain absolute control of all aspects of a car at all times. If you think it’s better to let the car tell you what to do, you may as well turn in your testicles so that they don’t get in the way of your marathon sessions of watching The View.

And this...this was truly hilarious. Thank you.

Pintsize725 · 05-30-2013, 08:52 PM

Confession: My AT will still throw down with the guys that smirk at me in traffic.

Tigger · 05-30-2013, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 1st

Automatic transmissions are for those who find driving to be a confusing task, for those who need to focus 100% on pushing one pedal. Rather than admit that driving is a skill that needs to be practiced and mastered, the people who favor automatic transmissions blame their poor driving skills on everyone and everything else. Real men drive cars with manual transmissions. Real men understand that cars need three pedals, otherwise the vehicle is nothing more than a fancy golf cart. Men understand that driving is a skill, and that the best way to master this skill is to maintain absolute control of all aspects of a car at all times. If you think it’s better to let the car tell you what to do, you may as well turn in your testicles so that they don’t get in the way of your marathon sessions of watching The View.

Don't ever buy a GTR because you won't be a "man" if you do. Can I get a GTR owner to chime in here? You still a "man"? Hmmm... I know his womanly race car would stomp all over you nuts any day of the week. Next?

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Originally Posted by 1st

Automatic transmissions just aren’t considered cool; they are designed and built for your grandmother and have unappealing nicknames like “slushbox.” Newer dual-clutch automatic transmissions don’t fare much better, and are now often called “flappy paddle gearboxes.” Nothing flappy will ever be manly.

Men and manual transmissions seem to go hand in hand, and not just because you can’t say “manual” without first saying “man.”

I'm beginning to think you are having some self-esteem issues or you aren't secure with yourself. Not that I really care. Just pointing out the fact that while you are in here trying to push people's buttons regarding a personal choice on the vehicle that THEY spent THEIR money on, you have failed to really understand that the auto is still a highly capable track car and I find I can push it harder and more easily than the 6MT.

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Originally Posted by 1st

We know that eco-warrior at its core is the opposite of manliness, but perhaps not all things eco-friendly are for wusses. Manual transmissions have historically been more energy efficient than traditional automatic transmissions, and a quick look at EPA numbers will show that a manual version of a car can get 1 to 2 more miles per gallon than its identical automatic-equipped sibling.“Green” is trendy right now, and that means that all the ladies (especially the attractive ones) are doing what they can to project a “green” image. Play your cards right and the ladies will be all over you when you tell them that your manual 370Z gets several mpg more on the highway than the automatic version.

You are so 2000 and late on this one. Did you not get the memo? Try reading next time. I'm now beginning to think you know nothing of the 370. Do you even own one? Sounds like typical internet BS to me.

I wish there wasn't always this stupid screen in between me and the people I want to yell at.

Chuck33079 · 05-31-2013, 12:25 AM

Jesus Christ. This is still going on? Drive what makes you happy. It's your ******* money. I love my 6mt. The people who bought the 7at seem to love it too. Unless someone wants to make your payments for you, they can kindly **** right off with their opinion.

forza370z · 05-31-2013, 12:30 AM

Wow... Can us manual and auto owners just be peace together and enjoy the 370z???

And OP, it's all personal choice. They all have advantages and disadvantages. Nothing wrong to drive an auto sports car on the road. No need to fake it. Keep your head up bro!

b15 · 05-31-2013, 12:54 AM

Whatever tranny floats your boat

Footloose301 · 05-31-2013, 07:12 AM

ElVee · 05-31-2013, 09:14 AM

Yeah, but the manual is better in the winter.

05-30-2013, 07:12 PM	#182 (permalink)
Footloose301 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 2,659 Drives: 40th Rep Power: 21	Some people just like to be a cry baby about everything. Never satisfied. forza370z likes this. __________________ 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z

05-30-2013, 08:52 PM	#189 (permalink)
Pintsize725 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Austin Posts: 14,196 Drives: 2016 Mazda 6 Rep Power: 211845	Confession: My AT will still throw down with the guys that smirk at me in traffic. Footloose301, ZKraken22, forza370z and 3 others like this. __________________ Tracie

05-31-2013, 12:25 AM	#191 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	Jesus Christ. This is still going on? Drive what makes you happy. It's your ***** money. I love my 6mt. The people who bought the 7at seem to love it too. Unless someone wants to make your payments for you, they can kindly ** right off with their opinion. forza370z likes this. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

05-31-2013, 12:30 AM	#192 (permalink)
forza370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: 403 Forbidden Posts: 2,512 Drives: 2009 NISMO 370Z Rep Power: 19	Wow... Can us manual and auto owners just be peace together and enjoy the 370z??? And OP, it's all personal choice. They all have advantages and disadvantages. Nothing wrong to drive an auto sports car on the road. No need to fake it. Keep your head up bro! __________________ 09 PW 370z Nismo \| K&N Drop Ins \| HKS Hi Power \| Berk HFCs \| Work Meister S1 3P \| Project Kics R40 Neo Chrome Lug Nuts \| KW V1 \| SPC rear camber arms/toe bolts \| Southbend Stage 3 daily clutch \| Southband 19Ib Steel Flywheel \| ZSpeed CSC

05-31-2013, 07:12 AM	#194 (permalink)
Footloose301 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 2,659 Drives: 40th Rep Power: 21	MJB likes this. __________________ 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z

05-31-2013, 12:54 AM	#193 (permalink)
b15 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 3,229 Drives: 4drz Rep Power: 36571	Whatever tranny floats your boat

05-31-2013, 09:14 AM	#195 (permalink)
ElVee Track Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Iowa Posts: 750 Drives: 13 370z 7at t+s grey Rep Power: 16	Yeah, but the manual is better in the winter.

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