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FastEddie · 03-16-2011, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by blackjackcamaro

Good job... just note that the clutch will probably feel different with each car

Yeah in the M6 the shift point on the clutch pedal is three feet off the floor, lol ! Congrats! Young grasshopper...

moolys · 03-16-2011, 02:23 AM

Sticks are fun I learned to drive on a three speed on the tree

TSSUNAMI · 03-16-2011, 02:31 AM

The clutch will take some getting used to if you've been learning on a different vehicle. However once you master taking off, it's a very easy car to drive as far as manual transmissions go.

The car has so much torque that it is very forgiving if you are not in the optimal gear. Also if I can recommend the short throw shifter option, it makes the shifts feel much more precise and definitive.

A tip, if this hasn't been mentioned before (Sorry, it's 230AM and I'm too lazy to read the entire thread)
When you get your car, find a nice open lot (or paved area free of any obstructions or traffic)

In first gear, without applying ANY throttle, just -s l o w l y- let the clutch out until you feel where it engages. Do this until you can take off without using any throttle. Once you feel comfortable with the engage point, you will feel much more confident in deciding how much throttle you want to apply when launching. Driving a stick is all about *feel* you get to really know your car, you become attuned to the sounds, and vibrations that it makes. Once you get the feel of her, she becomes a part of you. Shifting will become like breathing basically.

Sorry for the zen-like moment! LOL Good luck!

Gigachip · 03-16-2011, 02:38 AM

turning in the man card I guess :(

:tweetz:

Reaper1a · 03-16-2011, 02:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moolys

Sticks are fun I learned to drive on a three speed on the tree

Haha, I'm right there with you. Learned on a 74 gmc truck my friend had that was three in the tree. Then I practiced on a 90's sentra. Two completely different worlds, lol

modawg2k · 03-16-2011, 03:58 AM

Brings me back to when I learned stick on my first car, a Nissan 240 SX. I just drove in circles in my cul de sac until I got it, which took about a week. Worst part was that I was a high school kid with my first car and I couldn't drive it on the streets during that time! And I'll always remember that first super busy intersection I was in where I was stopped completely waiting to turn left and I was nervous about stalling.

Hemlawk · 03-16-2011, 06:12 AM

Ive been driving my M6 LS3 for almost a month now, and I still kinda suck at it. This clutch is wicked.

I think my issue is, I don't give it enough gas. Maybe for me, the throttle isn't responsive enough...

IamJacksCamaro · 03-16-2011, 07:54 AM

Congratulations, you will have so much more fun with a manual!

CAPT D · 03-16-2011, 07:58 AM

Congrats welcome to "Man"ual hood.

stormricker · 03-16-2011, 08:53 AM

It just feels good doesn't it?

Grandeos · 03-16-2011, 09:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LabShark

It just feels good doesn't it?

Yes it does. It will give a whole new meaning to "taking a joy ride." Couldn't be more excited!

halo8hkk · 03-16-2011, 09:45 AM

gratz you wont regret it

Sawyer · 03-16-2011, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IamJacksCamaro

Congratulations, you will have so much more fun with a manual!

Johnnyma45 · 03-16-2011, 10:23 AM

I think anyone can learn it easy, it's doing it well that takes tons of practice. By well I don't mean ripping off consistent 0-60 times, but shifting smoothly, etc. I've ridden with people who manually shift so well it's imperceptible, even better than autos.

03-16-2011, 02:31 AM	#31
TSSUNAMI It was ninety nine cents! Drives: 2014 Jeep Wrangler Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Syracuse, NY Posts: 1,714 View My Garage	The clutch will take some getting used to if you've been learning on a different vehicle. However once you master taking off, it's a very easy car to drive as far as manual transmissions go. The car has so much torque that it is very forgiving if you are not in the optimal gear. Also if I can recommend the short throw shifter option, it makes the shifts feel much more precise and definitive. A tip, if this hasn't been mentioned before (Sorry, it's 230AM and I'm too lazy to read the entire thread) When you get your car, find a nice open lot (or paved area free of any obstructions or traffic) In first gear, without applying ANY throttle, just -s l o w l y- let the clutch out until you feel where it engages. Do this until you can take off without using any throttle. Once you feel comfortable with the engage point, you will feel much more confident in deciding how much throttle you want to apply when launching. Driving a stick is all about feel you get to really know your car, you become attuned to the sounds, and vibrations that it makes. Once you get the feel of her, she becomes a part of you. Shifting will become like breathing basically. Sorry for the zen-like moment! LOL Good luck! __________________ My Build Thread

03-16-2011, 02:38 AM	#32
Gigachip Runs on Starbucks Drives: 2012 SVT Raptor Join Date: May 2010 Location: New Mexico Posts: 10,343 View My Garage	turning in the man card I guess :( :tweetz: __________________

03-16-2011, 06:12 AM	#35
Hemlawk AwesomeBillDawesonville Drives: CGM 2SS/RS =) Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 2,067	Ive been driving my M6 LS3 for almost a month now, and I still kinda suck at it. This clutch is wicked. I think my issue is, I don't give it enough gas. Maybe for me, the throttle isn't responsive enough... __________________ Order placed on 1/13/11 - Purchased 2/22/11 2SS/RS CGM

03-16-2011, 08:53 AM	#38
stormricker Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS RS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Avon IN Posts: 147 View My Garage	It just feels good doesn't it? __________________

03-16-2011, 09:45 AM	#40
halo8hkk Drives: 2000 Z28. 2010 1SS IMB. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New Mexico Posts: 1,081	gratz you wont regret it __________________ 1990 RS = First Car -SOLD 2000 Z28 = SOLD 2010 1SS/RS = Mysstique Whipple Supercharger Dyno= 618hp 555tq at the wheels IMB Silver Stripes VIN#44025 Born: 9/9/09 Delivered: 9/28/09

03-16-2011, 02:23 AM	#30
moolys Drives: 2011 RS 2SS Synergy Green Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Folcroft Posts: 76	Sticks are fun I learned to drive on a three speed on the tree

03-16-2011, 03:58 AM	#34
modawg2k Drives: Topless 2SS/RS IOM Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 414 View My Garage	Brings me back to when I learned stick on my first car, a Nissan 240 SX. I just drove in circles in my cul de sac until I got it, which took about a week. Worst part was that I was a high school kid with my first car and I couldn't drive it on the streets during that time! And I'll always remember that first super busy intersection I was in where I was stopped completely waiting to turn left and I was nervous about stalling.

03-16-2011, 07:54 AM	#36
IamJacksCamaro Drives: Camaro LS M6, Fiero, Ford F100 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ohio Posts: 638	Congratulations, you will have so much more fun with a manual!

03-16-2011, 07:58 AM	#37
CAPT D Drives: 1SS Black w/ White Strips M6 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: El Paso, Texas Posts: 735 View My Garage	Congrats welcome to "Man"ual hood.

03-16-2011, 10:23 AM	#42
Johnnyma45 Former Camaro Owner Drives: 2011 Dodge Charger R/T Join Date: May 2010 Location: Carrollton, TX Posts: 604 View My Garage	I think anyone can learn it easy, it's doing it well that takes tons of practice. By well I don't mean ripping off consistent 0-60 times, but shifting smoothly, etc. I've ridden with people who manually shift so well it's imperceptible, even better than autos. __________________ 6/9/10-3/30/11. RIP ROXY... :(

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