(2012 ZL1 Only) Which Transmission Did You Order? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

*mlee* · 01-27-2012, 10:09 PM

For those who actually have a 2012 ZL1 allocation... Which way did you go...?

just curious what the split will be...

Hopefully I'm not opening a can of worms here... please keep auto v manual discussions to a minimum...

The Auto is $2,485 more than the manual and seems to be a tic faster...

TREMEC (TR6060) 6-Speed Manual
The standard transmission for ZL1 comes in the form of the latest
TREMEC (TR6060) 6-speed manual with a revised short-throw
shifter. The new shifter has a more aggressive motion ratio and
incorporates a revised shift knob. The shape of the shift knob
is designed to be more performance oriented in the driver’s
hand, while the shorter throws result in a more direct feeling of
connection with the car for spirited driving. The TREMEC provides
smooth transfer of the engine’s exceptional power and torque. In
fact, it incorporates various upgrades and a 30% increase in torque capacity.

Hydra-Matic® 6L90 6-Speed Automatic
The optional automatic transmission version of the ZL1 is a fully
integrated powertrain offering that is unique to the segment. The
Mustang GT500 and Boss models do not offer anything except
manual transmissions. The Hydra-Matic 6L90 is built to handle
the massive torque (556 lb.-ft.) and power (580 horsepower) put
out by the 6.2L supercharged V8. Included on the 6L90 are a
strengthened input gearset with two additional pinion gears and
a strengthened output gearset. Steering wheel paddle shifting will

make shifts quick and convenient.

OldJedi · 01-27-2012, 10:35 PM

I decided to keep the 6 speed manual.

*mlee* · 01-27-2012, 11:19 PM

I've done Auto twice so it's time to go to the dark side...

SlingShot · 01-27-2012, 11:29 PM

I'm keeping the LS3 SS, so for us a A6 was ordered for those days you just don't feel like shifting.

Faulkner · 01-27-2012, 11:39 PM

I want to row my own gears.

Deke736 · 01-27-2012, 11:42 PM

Auto for me!

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-27-2012, 11:48 PM

I chose the M6.

Never owned a stick...always wanted to.

EDIT: Oh, and the shift knob looks SO good!

MauriSSio · 01-28-2012, 12:00 AM

Just wondering, is there an actual auto vs.manual thread? Sounds interesting

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-28-2012, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MauriSSio

Just wondering, is there an actual auto vs.manual thread? Sounds interesting

No. They've been created before -- but we generally discourage the conversation because it always degrades into a pissing contest.

After all...Which is better, Pepsi or Coke?

*mlee* · 01-28-2012, 12:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

it always degrades into a pissing contest.

He's well aware of that... that's why he posted here... :troll:

snapp32e · 01-28-2012, 12:23 AM

Wow, I remember 3-4 months ago Chevy predicting that over half of the cars would be ordered with the A6. Even with the little votes posted here so far, it doesn't seem to be the case. Interesting.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-28-2012, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snapp32e

Wow, I remember 3-4 months ago Chevy predicting that over half of the cars would be ordered with the A6. Even with the little votes posted here so far, it doesn't seem to be the case. Interesting.

They also said before the Camaro came back that it would be about a 30/70 mix of V8/V6...but early production was more like 60/40 if I remember right.

Early enthusiast purchases are interesting that way.

*mlee* · 01-28-2012, 12:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

They also said before the Camaro came back that it would be about a 30/70 mix of V8/V6...but early production was more like 60/40 if I remember right.

Early enthusiast purchases are interesting that way.

Good point... I'd like to see the split now... there are a ton of V6's out there...

Also the extra $2485 might have swayed a few...

MauriSSio · 01-28-2012, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mlee

He's well aware of that... that's why he posted here...

I just like to have a good healthy discussion. I just wanted to see what people had to say on either side.

01-27-2012, 10:09 PM	#1
mlee CamaroFans.com Drives: ZLE & ZR2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 37,970 View My Garage	(2012 ZL1 Only) Which Transmission Did You Order? For those who actually have a 2012 ZL1 allocation... Which way did you go...? just curious what the split will be... Hopefully I'm not opening a can of worms here... please keep auto v manual discussions to a minimum... The Auto is $2,485 more than the manual and seems to be a tic faster... TREMEC (TR6060) 6-Speed Manual The standard transmission for ZL1 comes in the form of the latest TREMEC (TR6060) 6-speed manual with a revised short-throw shifter. The new shifter has a more aggressive motion ratio and incorporates a revised shift knob. The shape of the shift knob is designed to be more performance oriented in the driver’s hand, while the shorter throws result in a more direct feeling of connection with the car for spirited driving. The TREMEC provides smooth transfer of the engine’s exceptional power and torque. In fact, it incorporates various upgrades and a 30% increase in torque capacity. Hydra-Matic® 6L90 6-Speed Automatic The optional automatic transmission version of the ZL1 is a fully integrated powertrain offering that is unique to the segment. The Mustang GT500 and Boss models do not offer anything except manual transmissions. The Hydra-Matic 6L90 is built to handle the massive torque (556 lb.-ft.) and power (580 horsepower) put out by the 6.2L supercharged V8. Included on the 6L90 are a strengthened input gearset with two additional pinion gears and a strengthened output gearset. Steering wheel paddle shifting will make shifts quick and convenient. Attached Images Last edited by mlee; 01-27-2012 at 10:29 PM.

01-27-2012, 10:35 PM	#2
OldJedi Use the Force Drives: 2015 Corvette Z51, 2018 Porsche GTS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Davie, Fl. Posts: 3,862	I decided to keep the 6 speed manual. __________________ Walk softly, carry a light saber and drive a ZL1!

01-27-2012, 11:19 PM	#3
mlee CamaroFans.com Drives: ZLE & ZR2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 37,970 View My Garage	I've done Auto twice so it's time to go to the dark side... __________________

01-27-2012, 11:29 PM	#4
SlingShot Drives: 2012 ZL1 - #670 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Seminole, Fl. Posts: 8,009	I'm keeping the LS3 SS, so for us a A6 was ordered for those days you just don't feel like shifting. __________________

01-27-2012, 11:42 PM	#6
Deke736 COTW 12/3/12 Drives: 2012 Ashen Gray ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Glen Carbon, IL Posts: 3,279	Auto for me! __________________

View Poll Results: Which 2012 ZL1 Transmission did you order?
Hydra-Matic® 6L90	40	36.36%
TREMEC (TR6060)	70	63.64%
Voters: 110. You may not vote on this poll

01-27-2012, 11:39 PM	#5
Faulkner Drives: 2500HD 2016 Z06 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lancaster PA Posts: 206	I want to row my own gears.

01-27-2012, 11:48 PM	#7
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,873 View My Garage	I chose the M6. Never owned a stick...always wanted to. EDIT: Oh, and the shift knob looks SO good! __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

01-28-2012, 12:00 AM	#8
MauriSSio Banned Drives: 1968 Ford Galaxie Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Jose Posts: 630	Just wondering, is there an actual auto vs.manual thread? Sounds interesting

01-28-2012, 12:23 AM	#11
snapp32e Drives: '81-Z28/'07-Tundra/'12-ZL1/'13-Jeep Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 529	Wow, I remember 3-4 months ago Chevy predicting that over half of the cars would be ordered with the A6. Even with the little votes posted here so far, it doesn't seem to be the case. Interesting. __________________ ZL1 #612

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