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Xanthos · 12-30-2008, 03:29 AM

On a somewhat related note, the shift feel and clutch feel on the V6 camaro is superb!
- Xanthos

MaxLegroom · 01-03-2009, 10:51 AM

I'm with Flighttester on this one. I've no intention of buying a Camaro with an automatic. Tapshift is not an acceptable substitute.

*The_Blur* · 01-03-2009, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fierodeletre

Limited Slip Differential, yes. Equal power to both wheels at all times? No. "Nearly" equal. If it was equal power at all times, it would be a solid rear axle and would chirp badly in close quarter turns like an old 4X4 with a solid transfer case. Limited means it aims to mitigate the inequality of power between the rear wheels, not eliminate it. Otherwise it would be a Non-slip, non-differential, since that's what a differential is for.

For the newbie, the reason a differential is needed is because any time a car turns, the outside wheels travel a greater distance than the inside wheels. If this difference is not rectified mechanically, stress on the driveline will be encountered and will either most likely find its relief through tire drag or in extreme cases, mechanical failure of driveline pieces.

This is a great answer!

a6pk2go · 01-03-2009, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MaxLegroom

I'm with Flighttester on this one. I've no intention of buying a Camaro with an automatic. Tapshift is not an acceptable substitute.

I would have to agree but I can't because I have had operations on my knee and live in Dallas. I'm going to get the auto but back when I was in my 20's I wouldn't be caught dead in an auto.

Xanthos · 01-05-2009, 06:49 PM

I'll be getting the manual, but I expect they will be very close in the 1/4. Around a road course? The manual should win hands down.
- Xanthos

kevin2323 · 01-05-2009, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by a6pk2go

I would have to agree but I can't because I have had operations on my knee and live in Dallas. I'm going to get the auto but back when I was in my 20's I wouldn't be caught dead in an auto.

yea im 21 and have had 2 knee surgeries already.....but thank god the athritis hasnt kicked in yet lol....

kevin2323 · 01-05-2009, 07:33 PM

double post

Xanthos · 01-05-2009, 08:32 PM

That sucks... if it makes you feel any better, my fiance broke her hip (pencil width fracture) at 18 so...
- Xanthos

kevin2323 · 01-05-2009, 08:41 PM

damn that sucks.... its all good tho im hitting up the gym everyday and getting better and closer to playing ball once again.

sorry for the thread jack

Xanthos · 01-06-2009, 12:04 AM

Yeah - she's doing much better now.

My left leg is doing just fine though, so manual only for me!
- Xanthos

stovt001 · 01-06-2009, 12:55 AM

Well while this thread is jacked, I'll go along. I'm 21 and both my knees are shot too. I went out for a spin on GMR today (enjoying a fresh set of Nitto Neo Gens!) and since the stock seats in the Cobalt LS suck something awful, I had to work my left leg against the dead pedal hard just to stay in a good driving position, and it killed me after a while. I'll still be getting the manual though. For now, the knee pain (which isn't too frequent) isn't enough to overcome the extra fun of the manual. Good to hear that the clutch action is good. How do you know this xanthos? Now my only decision is between a 1LT RS or a 1SS.

Xanthos · 01-06-2009, 12:57 AM

I got to sit in Number 3's test car and play around with the clutch and shifter feel. Can't say how they'll feel under heavy load, but they felt really good with it sitting still. At least, good for my preference. Not sure about yours. The clutch was light enough to where you shouldn't have a problem with it hurting too much, but stiff enough right at the very end to let you know its engaged.
- Xanthos

ta=kid · 01-18-2009, 10:21 PM

So limited slip rear end is not avaliable in the LT! HUH!

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-19-2009, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ta=kid

So limited slip rear end is not avaliable in the LT! HUH!

Only if you have an auto LS, or LT. EVERY manual Camaro has a limited slip.

12-30-2008, 03:29 AM	#15
Xanthos PWA Relapse Drives: Formerly-Stick Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 12,588 View My Garage	On a somewhat related note, the shift feel and clutch feel on the V6 camaro is superb! - Xanthos __________________ 2017 1LT/RS A8 Hyper Blue Metallic

01-05-2009, 06:49 PM	#19
Xanthos PWA Relapse Drives: Formerly-Stick Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 12,588 View My Garage	I'll be getting the manual, but I expect they will be very close in the 1/4. Around a road course? The manual should win hands down. - Xanthos __________________ 2017 1LT/RS A8 Hyper Blue Metallic

01-05-2009, 08:32 PM	#22
Xanthos PWA Relapse Drives: Formerly-Stick Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 12,588 View My Garage	That sucks... if it makes you feel any better, my fiance broke her hip (pencil width fracture) at 18 so... - Xanthos __________________ 2017 1LT/RS A8 Hyper Blue Metallic

01-06-2009, 12:04 AM	#24
Xanthos PWA Relapse Drives: Formerly-Stick Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 12,588 View My Garage	Yeah - she's doing much better now. My left leg is doing just fine though, so manual only for me! - Xanthos __________________ 2017 1LT/RS A8 Hyper Blue Metallic

01-06-2009, 12:55 AM	#25
stovt001 Drives: 2006 Cobalt, 2004 Taurus wagon Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 3,812	Well while this thread is jacked, I'll go along. I'm 21 and both my knees are shot too. I went out for a spin on GMR today (enjoying a fresh set of Nitto Neo Gens!) and since the stock seats in the Cobalt LS suck something awful, I had to work my left leg against the dead pedal hard just to stay in a good driving position, and it killed me after a while. I'll still be getting the manual though. For now, the knee pain (which isn't too frequent) isn't enough to overcome the extra fun of the manual. Good to hear that the clutch action is good. How do you know this xanthos? Now my only decision is between a 1LT RS or a 1SS. __________________ "It's kind of fun to do the impossible" - Walt Disney There's a great big beautiful tomorrow shining at the end of every day There's a great big beautiful tomorrow Just a dream away

01-03-2009, 10:51 AM	#16
MaxLegroom Drives: 2002 Volkswagen Passat Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 25	I'm with Flighttester on this one. I've no intention of buying a Camaro with an automatic. Tapshift is not an acceptable substitute.

01-05-2009, 07:33 PM	#21
kevin2323 Drives: challenger Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: miami Posts: 2,338	double post

01-05-2009, 08:41 PM	#23
kevin2323 Drives: challenger Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: miami Posts: 2,338	damn that sucks.... its all good tho im hitting up the gym everyday and getting better and closer to playing ball once again. sorry for the thread jack

01-06-2009, 12:57 AM	#26
Xanthos PWA Relapse Drives: Formerly-Stick Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 12,588 View My Garage	I got to sit in Number 3's test car and play around with the clutch and shifter feel. Can't say how they'll feel under heavy load, but they felt really good with it sitting still. At least, good for my preference. Not sure about yours. The clutch was light enough to where you shouldn't have a problem with it hurting too much, but stiff enough right at the very end to let you know its engaged. - Xanthos __________________ 2017 1LT/RS A8 Hyper Blue Metallic

01-18-2009, 10:21 PM	#27
ta=kid Drives: 1971 formula Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: British Columbia Posts: 8	So limited slip rear end is not avaliable in the LT! HUH!

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