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TJ91 · 02-15-2013, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by myold88

I'm getting so tired of the Auto vs Standard nonsense here.
From what I understand the L99 is quicker in the 1/4 mile.

Quicker is one thing but feel of a manual is what he is talking about

dave eckhardt · 02-15-2013, 12:32 PM

IMHO.if you don't like the paddle shifters then get a CARTER shifter.you will not be disappointed.

SlingShot · 02-15-2013, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by horizon670

yes, the 2012 has Paddles butvery tiny , you cant use them unless you move your hand to the 3 and 9 position. With real Paddles, you can change gears anytime even if steering wheel is turned, you ont be looking for the small paddles. That's why Ferraris and other exotic sports cars have created real Paddle extentions to have more control...

The 12 and newer steering wheels are designed for driving with your hands at the 9 & 3 position. They made changes in the thumb hangers, and when using them the OEM paddles work great. The 9 & 3 position is used for safety reasons, so if you get in trouble and the airbag deploys you don't put the back of your hand through your face. This position of the thumb hangers and paddles work great in the ZL1, and I can take 90 degree corners without moving my hand position.

Vroom_vroom · 02-15-2013, 12:43 PM

Get your Detroit on son!
One hand at 12 o'clock and lean back who knows maybe even a little gangster lean in the too

mikeyg36 · 02-15-2013, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Vroom_vroom

Get your Detroit on son!
One hand at 12 o'clock and lean back who knows maybe even a little gangster lean in the too

brl45th · 02-15-2013, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by TJ91

Quicker is one thing but feel of a manual is what he is talking about

Yes...i will not be going to the strip so 1/4 mile time to me is no big deal. i am talking seat of pants manual shenanigans.

Nitroman28 · 02-15-2013, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by dave eckhardt

IMHO.if you don't like the paddle shifters then get a CARTER shifter.you will not be disappointed.

What is a Carter shifter?

mikester0612 · 02-15-2013, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Nitroman28

What is a Carter shifter?

nyrfan · 02-15-2013, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Nitroman28

What is a Carter shifter?

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Originally Posted by mikester0612

Here you go:

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=116908

mjross · 02-15-2013, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by myold88

I'm getting so tired of the Auto vs Standard nonsense here.
From what I understand the L99 is quicker in the 1/4 mile.

Agree!

ZL1 Spoked · 02-15-2013, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by myold88

I'm getting so tired of the Auto vs Standard nonsense here.
From what I understand the L99 is quicker in the 1/4 mile.

It's funny how its always people with automatics that complain about threads where people say they want manual. I don't think I have ever seen 1 thread with a person saying how much they hate their manual and want an automatic lol. If you are so tired of it leave the thread and go steer your car down the street. Guy is just stating his problems and what he feels he needs.

1camaro70 · 02-15-2013, 04:01 PM

L99's like 91 to 93 octane, If it feels slow do fuse pull, usually dealer puts in low octane, best is a TUNE, did mine when one month old, you can tune transmission shifts also (with dyno tune) 30 HP and 45 ft.lb torque makes you forget about shifting.

mikester0612 · 02-15-2013, 04:05 PM

Its all preference. Some people like the feeling of driving stick while some just simply want to have an automatic. Different strokes for different folks. I have to drive in traffic everyday so I got an automatic since it is my daily driver.

OP, if you like the feeling of driving stick and have the resources to get car over the manual, go for it. No one can help you with this decision except you. Camaros, no matter if they are automatic or manual, are great cars. Its just a matter of how you want it.

usafboy · 02-15-2013, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by LikaRokBowTie

You at LRAFB?

yes i am, how'd you know??? lol

02-15-2013, 12:32 PM	#16
dave eckhardt dave eckhardt seabees Drives: 2012 camaro 2 LT convertible Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: pensacola,Fl. Posts: 51	paddle shifter IMHO.if you don't like the paddle shifters then get a CARTER shifter.you will not be disappointed.

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02-15-2013, 04:05 PM	#27
mikester0612 Camaro 5 Muscle Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 703 View My Garage	Its all preference. Some people like the feeling of driving stick while some just simply want to have an automatic. Different strokes for different folks. I have to drive in traffic everyday so I got an automatic since it is my daily driver. OP, if you like the feeling of driving stick and have the resources to get car over the manual, go for it. No one can help you with this decision except you. Camaros, no matter if they are automatic or manual, are great cars. Its just a matter of how you want it. __________________ TSW Donington 22" Matte Black / Corsa Cat-Back Exhaust / Kooks Signature Stepped Headers 1 3/4" - 1 7/8" / High Flow Cats / Custom Tune / CAI Cold Air Intake / BMR 1" Lowering Springs / VMax Ported Throttle Body / Heritage Grill / Havoc Rear Diffuser

02-15-2013, 04:01 PM	#26
1camaro70 Drives: 2010 2SS RS L99 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: BUTLER, PA Posts: 531	L99's like 91 to 93 octane, If it feels slow do fuse pull, usually dealer puts in low octane, best is a TUNE, did mine when one month old, you can tune transmission shifts also (with dyno tune) 30 HP and 45 ft.lb torque makes you forget about shifting.