In a perfect world, all manual transmissions would be identical to the mkIV supra getrag.

Yup not even close to acceptable, if anyone has driven a type r, prelude, s2000 now that's what you call shifting

This car was my very first manual. Don't regret it one bit. 1st gear is a little short, but after I installed my intakes it's a lot more fun to drive and I don't mind the short 1st as much since the engine sounds and feels better.

Hey, we can argue about transmissions forever, but at the end of the day we're just comparing which stick feels best in our hand. :rofl2:

:rofl2::rofl2::rofl2: LOL

The Z shifter is directly connected to the tranny, right? It seems like we keep comparing it to cable shifters.

That's a really cool cutaway. Does the Z have a valve in the clutch line to slow down the engagement?

I don't think so. I don't remember seeing one but it's been forever since I've been under a 370.

Things you can learn in this forum... Always impressive...

Here is a photo of TR6060 and MT82 (GT500 and 5.0, respectively).

http://www.drivingenthusiast.net/sec...T82-TR6060.jpg

The Z has sort of a hybrid linkage. The good thing about it is that it's directly connected to the transmission, so the engine torquing won't have an effect on the linkage.

On the MT82, the shifter is mounted to the body. With the stock vibration dampening (i.e. soft, compliant) bushings, engine torque can shift the linkage juuuust enough to make the shift action inconsistent under heavy load. The MT82 would have been a great transmission if they left well enough alone and mounted the shifter to the case instead of the car. :icon17:

And below you will see... perfection! The Aisin unit in the S2000.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b2...xNWH/trans.jpg

While we are at it here is the Corvette. I think this is a C5.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/s...0/DSC00356.jpg

You left out Miata/Rx8. they shift mad smooth

VW GTI and Audi A4 too.:)

I agree with what was said earlier. If you are even thinking of getting the manual, go with it. It will always bother you wondering how different it would be with the third pedal. Much more involving in my opinion. Experience will come quickly. Don't worry about traffic. I drive in rush hour in Chicago all the time and actually prefer the stick. Takes away the boredom of stop and go since you have something to do.