My whiny little b**ch thread.

gurneyeagle · 06-23-2012, 05:18 PM

After all the grief I read about when the G37 first came out, I got the 5-AT in my 2008 G37S.

After reading they really weren't a lot better in the Z's, I got the 7-AT. I learned the paddle shifters on the G, and never missed a beat with the Z.

Now most of my friends have the 6-M and never complain, so maybe things have gotten better.

My main reason for getting the 7-AT is that my Z is my daily driver for my Houston commute, but I was a little gun shy of the 6-M.

Mandingo · 06-23-2012, 05:47 PM

Lordamercy. My 6mt is notchy going into 2nd sometimes, but never crunchy.

This is awful to hear.

DEpointfive0 · 06-23-2012, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle

My main reason for getting the 7-AT is that my Z is my daily driver for my Houston commute, but I was a little gun shy of the 6-M.

You don't need to back yourself up! Lol, I keep having to. IMO the AT on the 370 is more superior to the MT. And if manual was so great, all supervises and F1 cars and such would still have them

(Not trying to really bash manual, I do miss it sometimes)

MattP725 · 06-23-2012, 08:42 PM

Never had a single issue with my '10 trans. 1st gear lockout when the car is rolling is normal to me on every man car I've driven but that's just my 2 cents. I'm just lucky or your unlucky.

Mt Tam I am · 06-24-2012, 09:52 AM

It is not that buttery smooth M3 clutch and transmission but it is not an M3 either. I would say you are too critical but you did describe yourself a whiny b*tch, so can't say you did not warn.

IDZRVIT · 06-24-2012, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

It is not that buttery smooth M3 clutch and transmission but it is not an M3 either. I would say you are too critical but you did describe yourself a whiny b*tch, so can't say you did not warn.

Gauge · 06-24-2012, 10:35 AM

Mine only has problems going into second

Still pisses me off though.

ayrton88 · 06-24-2012, 11:40 AM

Mine goes into gear like butter. My only problem is getting a smooth 1-2 shift.

mattleegee · 06-24-2012, 12:10 PM

maybe a light read in here could make 1-2 shifts less painful
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2004YZFR1 · 06-24-2012, 12:36 PM

I'm sorry to hear about your tranny, but you do write a good story!

KERMIT · 06-24-2012, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

You don't need to back yourself up! Lol, I keep having to. IMO the AT on the 370 is more superior to the MT. And if manual was so great, all supervises and F1 cars and such would still have them

(Not trying to really bash manual, I do miss it sometimes)

F1 transmissions are manual (single clutch, dual layshaft) design with electromechanical actuation. They are nothing like the torque converter, planetary design in the AT.

Red__Zed · 06-24-2012, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by red6spd

Sorry to hear about your transmission. I will agree that the tranny is noisy and clunky, but thats how most Nissan Transmissions are. Other then the noise my tranny is warm butter smooth. 2010 with 18k and no problems at all. This is not a knock at you but I think most peoples problems stem from abuse and not properly knowing how to dirve a stick while abusing it.

you figure it is just a disproportionate number of people buying Z's that don't know how to drive, then? Especially considering the 350Z "seemed" to have similar issues.

Nissan had reported replacing ~3500 transmissions as of mid-2011, mostly in early 09s. You think all those people just didn't know how to drive? I feel like they wouldn't have covered that many if that was the case.

IDZRVIT · 06-24-2012, 02:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red__Zed

you figure it is just a disproportionate number of people buying Z's that don't know how to drive, then? Especially considering the 350Z "seemed" to have similar issues.

Nissan had reported replacing ~3500 transmissions as of mid-2011, mostly in early 09s. You think all those people just didn't know how to drive? I feel like they wouldn't have covered that many if that was the case.

I'd like to read more on that. Can you provide a link?

6MT · 06-24-2012, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IDZRVIT

I'd like to read more on that. Can you provide a link?

me too...

red6spd · 06-24-2012, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red__Zed

you figure it is just a disproportionate number of people buying Z's that don't know how to drive, then? Especially considering the 350Z "seemed" to have similar issues.

Nissan had reported replacing ~3500 transmissions as of mid-2011, mostly in early 09s. You think all those people just didn't know how to drive? I feel like they wouldn't have covered that many if that was the case.

I like how Red_Zed the person who I'm suppose to be "avoiding" has to single out my post and quote it LOL!. But yea I think most of it is what I said. If you dont properly know how to drive a stick and you start racing it around your going to do alot of damage. I have known and know many people with 09's 10's 11's who have 0 complaints about the trannys other the the noise and feel. I totally believe Nissan has made revisions over the years due to complaints but what the OP is describing is an isolated incident possibly from abuse or something IDK?

06-23-2012, 05:18 PM	#16 (permalink)
gurneyeagle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Houston/Saint Augustine Posts: 2,681 Drives: '18 Audi TT RS Rep Power: 20214	After all the grief I read about when the G37 first came out, I got the 5-AT in my 2008 G37S. After reading they really weren't a lot better in the Z's, I got the 7-AT. I learned the paddle shifters on the G, and never missed a beat with the Z. Now most of my friends have the 6-M and never complain, so maybe things have gotten better. My main reason for getting the 7-AT is that my Z is my daily driver for my Houston commute, but I was a little gun shy of the 6-M. __________________ Waiting on the Z35! SOLD - 2011 Gun Metallic Touring 7AT w Sports Pkg & Nav, Nismo Bumper and Rims, RC Grille, RC Brake Ducts, H&R Spacers, Painted Door Hdls, GTR Start Button, Nav By-Pass, EVO R Fog Light, CF Ducktail, CF Interior Trim

06-23-2012, 05:47 PM	#17 (permalink)
Mandingo Track Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Dallas Posts: 625 Drives: '10 370z 6spd Rep Power: 3370	Lordamercy. My 6mt is notchy going into 2nd sometimes, but never crunchy. This is awful to hear. __________________ some mods

06-24-2012, 09:52 AM	#20 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3842	It is not that buttery smooth M3 clutch and transmission but it is not an M3 either. I would say you are too critical but you did describe yourself a whiny btch, so can't say you did not warn. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler.* Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

06-24-2012, 10:35 AM	#22 (permalink)
Gauge Track Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Madison WI Posts: 867 Drives: 2012 370Z Nismo PW Rep Power: 14	Mine only has problems going into second Still pisses me off though. __________________ I am a demon bolt slayer.

06-24-2012, 12:36 PM	#25 (permalink)
2004YZFR1 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Las Vegas Nevada Posts: 308 Drives: 09 370Z yellow,auto Rep Power: 15	I'm sorry to hear about your tranny, but you do write a good story! __________________ K & N Filters \| HPS silicone air intakes\| Fast Intentions CBE with 18" resonators \|

06-23-2012, 08:42 PM	#19 (permalink)
MattP725 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 1,904 Drives: 2010 40th Rep Power: 17	Never had a single issue with my '10 trans. 1st gear lockout when the car is rolling is normal to me on every man car I've driven but that's just my 2 cents. I'm just lucky or your unlucky.

06-24-2012, 11:40 AM	#23 (permalink)
ayrton88 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chicago Posts: 397 Drives: 2010 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 14	Mine goes into gear like butter. My only problem is getting a smooth 1-2 shift.

06-24-2012, 12:10 PM	#24 (permalink)
mattleegee Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 72 Drives: 2014 4runner TE Rep Power: 12	maybe a light read in here could make 1-2 shifts less painful Review of RJM adjustable clutch pedal bracket - MY350Z.COM Forums

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