What's wrong with the 6MT?

WooZ · 08-28-2009, 12:17 AM

Quote from Edmunds "Although Nissan's six-speed manual gearbox has proven a bit troublesome in the 370Z and the Infiniti G35/G37, in proper working order, it's a nice piece for the roadster. We like the highly mechanical feel of moving the shifter in its linkage and the heavy clutch, because they suit the personality of the Z-car, which isn't a delicate thing."

Ok, I know the article was for the roadster, but since I'm still deciding between a 7AT vs. 6MT coupe and since the transmission I'm sure is the same in both cars, can someone tell me:

1. So what is so troublesome with the 6MT- Difficult to drive smooth? Haven't really heard about any mechanical issues with it though.

2. Is the clutch really that heavy?

mattkim85 · 08-28-2009, 12:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WooZ

Quote from Edmunds "Although Nissan's six-speed manual gearbox has proven a bit troublesome in the 370Z and the Infiniti G35/G37, in proper working order, it's a nice piece for the roadster. We like the highly mechanical feel of moving the shifter in its linkage and the heavy clutch, because they suit the personality of the Z-car, which isn't a delicate thing."

Ok, I know the article was for the roadster, but since I'm still deciding between a 7AT vs. 6MT coupe and since the transmission I'm sure is the same in both cars, can someone tell me:

1. So what is so troublesome with the 6MT- Difficult to drive smooth? Haven't really heard about any mechanical issues with it though.

2. Is the clutch really that heavy?

1. nothing is wrong

2. no

kekermahoney · 08-28-2009, 12:23 AM

yea thats a crock.. my Z is a daily driver and I have zero complaints/problems after every drive ;-)

tru_Asiatik · 08-28-2009, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mattkim85

1. nothing is wrong

2. no

agreed

Quote:

Originally Posted by kekermahoney

yea thats a crock.. my Z is a daily driver and I have zero complaints/problems after every drive ;-)

and agreed

sloterg · 08-28-2009, 12:29 AM

simple answer

Trips · 08-28-2009, 02:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WooZ

Quote from Edmunds "Although Nissan's six-speed manual gearbox has proven a bit troublesome in the 370Z and the Infiniti G35/G37, in proper working order, it's a nice piece for the roadster. We like the highly mechanical feel of moving the shifter in its linkage and the heavy clutch, because they suit the personality of the Z-car, which isn't a delicate thing."

Ok, I know the article was for the roadster, but since I'm still deciding between a 7AT vs. 6MT coupe and since the transmission I'm sure is the same in both cars, can someone tell me:

1. So what is so troublesome with the 6MT- Difficult to drive smooth? Haven't really heard about any mechanical issues with it though.

2. Is the clutch really that heavy?

There both good choices some like to bang gears and some like to blip thru the gears and opt to keep in drive when in heavy traffic. You can test drive both and you decide what's right for you. good luck!

FricFrac · 08-28-2009, 02:07 AM

Heavy clutch? You're joking right? Exactly what other vehicles are these guys testing? Short - maybe in comparison with others. Quick engagement - uh quick engagement = faster shifting times = duh. Heavy - no.

Trips · 08-28-2009, 02:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mattkim85

1. nothing is wrong

2. no

What the hells that mean Heavy Clutch, they suit the personality of the Z-car. Are they saying manual drivers are cavemen or what?

av370 · 08-28-2009, 02:56 AM

The 370 has possably the lightest clutch ive ever drove in a sports car, when I first test drove the mt I jumped from mt wifes mustang GT to the Z and damm near put the pedal thru the floor.

Trips · 08-28-2009, 03:02 AM

Damn those Mustang Clutches!

DropTopGal · 08-28-2009, 03:11 AM

Could anyone who has experience with the S2000 and now drives a 370Z, please compare the clutch / shifter feel, between the two?

I learned to track with the S2000 and it was by far the best manual that I have ever driven....> light / easy to press clutch with mid level uptake and no chatter, while the shifter was silky smooth, not notchy or requiring any muscling to get it into the next gear.

Trips · 08-28-2009, 03:27 AM

Sorry can't comment but ahh nice avatar...

Sashimi · 08-28-2009, 06:42 AM

Heavy? I've driven Everything from Civics, BMW's, to Rx7's I can't say the clutch is heavy at all, me personally I would love to have it a little heavier

ssqpolo · 08-28-2009, 08:25 AM

the problem is the driver....not the car

Minicobra1 · 08-28-2009, 08:30 AM

No, not a heavy clutch, coming from Mustangs, this clutch is much lighter, I think it's even lighter feel then my Mini Cooper S. My biggest complaint is that it's noisy, you can search for vids on here regarding that. Seams to be part of the design from what I've researched, so not too concerned about it. No mechanical problems and I just past 11K miles.

Drive both before you buy, but Syncro Rev match is awesome in the MT6.

08-28-2009, 12:17 AM	#1 (permalink)
WooZ Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Bay Area Posts: 116 Drives: An Auto Auto Rep Power: 16	What's wrong with the 6MT? Quote from Edmunds "Although Nissan's six-speed manual gearbox has proven a bit troublesome in the 370Z and the Infiniti G35/G37, in proper working order, it's a nice piece for the roadster. We like the highly mechanical feel of moving the shifter in its linkage and the heavy clutch, because they suit the personality of the Z-car, which isn't a delicate thing." Ok, I know the article was for the roadster, but since I'm still deciding between a 7AT vs. 6MT coupe and since the transmission I'm sure is the same in both cars, can someone tell me: 1. So what is so troublesome with the 6MT- Difficult to drive smooth? Haven't really heard about any mechanical issues with it though. 2. Is the clutch really that heavy?

08-28-2009, 02:07 AM	#7 (permalink)
FricFrac A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Victoria, BC Posts: 1,481 Drives: 370Z 300ZX 280ZX 240 Rep Power: 228	Heavy clutch? You're joking right? Exactly what other vehicles are these guys testing? Short - maybe in comparison with others. Quick engagement - uh quick engagement = faster shifting times = duh. Heavy - no. __________________ '09 370Z - '93 300ZX Vert - '83 280ZX - '83 280ZXT -'81 280ZXT stroker - '72 240Z - Stillen CBE, HFC, G3, Grounding Kit, Sways // Swift Spring // H&R 15mm // 5% Tint // Clear Bra //

08-28-2009, 03:02 AM	#10 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,730 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	Damn those Mustang Clutches! __________________

08-28-2009, 03:27 AM	#12 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,730 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	Sorry can't comment but ahh nice avatar... __________________

08-28-2009, 06:42 AM	#13 (permalink)
Sashimi Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Pleasanton, CA Posts: 120 Drives: Pearl White 370z Rep Power: 401	Heavy? I've driven Everything from Civics, BMW's, to Rx7's I can't say the clutch is heavy at all, me personally I would love to have it a little heavier __________________ ----------------- www.lightupmedia.com

08-28-2009, 12:23 AM	#3 (permalink)
kekermahoney Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 57 Drives: 370z sport 6spd Rep Power: 16	yea thats a crock.. my Z is a daily driver and I have zero complaints/problems after every drive ;-)

08-28-2009, 02:56 AM	#9 (permalink)
av370 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: antelope valley CA Posts: 70 Drives: 09 370Z Rep Power: 264	The 370 has possably the lightest clutch ive ever drove in a sports car, when I first test drove the mt I jumped from mt wifes mustang GT to the Z and damm near put the pedal thru the floor.

08-28-2009, 03:11 AM	#11 (permalink)
DropTopGal Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 42 Drives: 370Z Vert (TBA) Rep Power: 16	Could anyone who has experience with the S2000 and now drives a 370Z, please compare the clutch / shifter feel, between the two? I learned to track with the S2000 and it was by far the best manual that I have ever driven....> light / easy to press clutch with mid level uptake and no chatter, while the shifter was silky smooth, not notchy or requiring any muscling to get it into the next gear.

08-28-2009, 08:25 AM	#14 (permalink)
ssqpolo Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 882 Drives: '12 Black Nismo Rep Power: 267	the problem is the driver....not the car

08-28-2009, 08:30 AM	#15 (permalink)
Minicobra1 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Orange County, CA. Posts: 1,205 Drives: 370Z Tour, Spt, 6mt Rep Power: 644	No, not a heavy clutch, coming from Mustangs, this clutch is much lighter, I think it's even lighter feel then my Mini Cooper S. My biggest complaint is that it's noisy, you can search for vids on here regarding that. Seams to be part of the design from what I've researched, so not too concerned about it. No mechanical problems and I just past 11K miles. Drive both before you buy, but Syncro Rev match is awesome in the MT6. __________________ 370z Tour\| Spt Pack\|Navi\|BERK CBE\|Berk HFC's\| Eibach Springs\| Hotchkis Sway Bars\|SPC Camber Arms\|15mm Ichiba Wheel Spacers\| 19"Factory Nismo Wheels-Matt Black\|Stop Tech Rotors\|TWM Shifter\|3M Tint\|Black Fangs\|Black Rear Valance\|JDM Fog Light\| MY BAND-www.myspace.com/petroleum

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