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gurneyeagle 05-30-2013 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by 1st (Post 2339702)
We know that eco-warrior at its core is the opposite of manliness, but perhaps not all things eco-friendly are for wusses. Manual transmissions have historically been more energy efficient than traditional automatic transmissions, and a quick look at EPA numbers will show that a manual version of a car can get 1 to 2 more miles per gallon than its identical automatic-equipped sibling.“Green” is trendy right now, and that means that all the ladies (especially the attractive ones) are doing what they can to project a “green” image. Play your cards right and the ladies will be all over you when you tell them that your manual 370Z gets several mpg more on the highway than the automatic version.

Let me guess - you're 35, live at home with your mom, have you're own "man cave" in the basement, unemployed, and play macho-man on the internet all day, right?

Dude, you are hilarious! Keep 'em coming. :bowrofl:

gurneyeagle 05-30-2013 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 1st (Post 2339756)
Women like a guy who is good with his hand It takes a certain amount of finesse to drive a stick shift well, and women know that. If you can show a lady that you are skilled enough to shift a car without giving her whiplash, she’ll be sure to want to see what other skills you have.

Most of them are sticklers for proper grammar too. :bowrofl:

You really are hilarious. Great job!

Haboob 05-30-2013 03:11 PM

I think it's a bit of a wind up, and it seems to be working, but none the less... carry on.

gurneyeagle 05-30-2013 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Haboob (Post 2340174)
I think it's a bit of a wind up, and it seems to be working, but none the less... carry on.

Oh, I know. I think he's doing a great job. It really is hilarious.

Seriously, no one born in the past 50 years really thinks like that other than maybe Andrew "Dice" Clay. Maybe.

kenchan 05-30-2013 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle (Post 2340172)
Let me guess - you're 35, live at home with your mom, have you're own "man cave" in the basement, unemployed, and play macho-man on the internet all day, right?

Dude, you are hilarious! Keep 'em coming. :bowrofl:

:icon18:

cooltoy 05-30-2013 03:46 PM

https://i.chzbgr.com/maxW500/1627253504/hCD72638A/

beltonr 05-30-2013 04:21 PM

An advantage of age is not caring what other people think. Once upon a time I would have thought MT was the only way to go. Now, after 26 years in the Army and 35 years of running, 10 - 15 clutch depressions and my left knee starts to hurt. I'd hate to avoid driving my Z because it makes my knee hurt! Exactly why I went with the AT.

Bucketlist2012 05-30-2013 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle (Post 2340167)
Spoken like a true Cro-Magnon. This Board never ceases to crack me up. :bowrofl:

Actually I hope he was posting Sarcasm....For his sake...

Haboob 05-30-2013 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by beltonr (Post 2340251)
An advantage of age is not caring what other people think. Once upon a time I would have thought MT was the only way to go. Now, after 26 years in the Army and 35 years of running, 10 - 15 clutch depressions and my left knee starts to hurt. I'd hate to avoid driving my Z because it makes my knee hurt! Exactly why I went with the AT.

I'm just the opposite. I need the clutch to keep my left leg from going numb and then becoming painful (effects from a couple of surgeries).

Nuccigucci 05-30-2013 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecinoid (Post 2336907)

Not to mention the engagement point on a stick shift Z is way too high. I've always modified the engagement point on the Z to engage 1" off of the floor. Just like my old school stuff. It's a lot easier and faster during speed shifting.

now why would you do that? why not just get used to the engagement? that makes no sense especially because if its that out of spec by doing something as foolish like that the clutch wont disengage fully youd have premature wear you your clutch not to mention youd ruin your transmission!:shakes head: what old cars are you talking about? because even in the "old cars" yes they do have different engagement points they should never be an inch off the floor

cooltoy 05-30-2013 05:11 PM

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MB370Z 05-30-2013 05:20 PM

Reading through some of these comments reminded why this community has gone full retard in the last couple years
http://i765.photobucket.com/albums/x...GIFs/mR4ac.gif

Bucketlist2012 05-30-2013 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Nuccigucci (Post 2340325)
now why would you do that? why not just get used to the engagement? that makes no sense especially because if its that out of spec by doing something as foolish like that the clutch wont disengage fully youd have premature wear you your clutch not to mention youd ruin your transmission!:shakes head: what old cars are you talking about? because even in the "old cars" yes they do have different engagement points they should never be an inch off the floor

I gotta say, On an Old School Muscle car, I do keep the engagement point as close to the floor as possible..Of course without premature wear, but the way I drive it, the clutch is going to be worn out pretty fast anyways...

But I don't think i would do that with a modern Clutch, JMO...

Bucketlist2012 05-30-2013 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by MB370Z (Post 2340336)
Reading through some of these comments reminded why this community has gone full retard in the last couple years
http://i765.photobucket.com/albums/x...GIFs/mR4ac.gif

Do as I do..Laugh at some of it, and put some on Ignore....

Ozz666 05-30-2013 05:24 PM

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or the brake light isn't on during a stop light (on a flat surface)
Whoever does this is an idiot IMO ! Its just asking for damage to the front end when you are rear ended by someone who doesn't notice that you are not moving.

I also love to see those same people waiting for oncoming traffic to make a turn, with their wheels already turned. Another disaster waiting to happen when they are rear ended and pushed into the oncoming traffic.

JungleZ 05-30-2013 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Bucketlist2012 (Post 2340342)
Do as I do..Laugh at some of it, and put some on Ignore....

Worst 6mt In the business , but you won't read that I'm sure I'm on your ignore list.

JARblue 05-30-2013 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by JungleZ (Post 2340347)
Worst 6mt In the business

lol when is your lease up?

Chuck33079 05-30-2013 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 2340350)
lol when is your lease up?

Please god let it be tomorrow.

JungleZ 05-30-2013 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 2340350)
lol when is your lease up?

1 year down , 2 to go. At least I'm eligble for any car with Nissan finance even if I had terrible credit. That's one beauty of on time payments after a year. I wish the new z was out already . I'll probably just enjoy my 14mpg and love/ hate relationship a little whole longer. I love the looks of this car so much can't give that up just for all the little Nissan bs that comes with the territory.

JARblue 05-30-2013 05:35 PM

:wtf2:

Bucketlist2012 05-30-2013 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079 (Post 2340354)
Please god let it be tomorrow.

:bowrofl::icon18:

Footloose301 05-30-2013 06:12 PM

Some people just like to be a cry baby about everything. Never satisfied.

Haboob 05-30-2013 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Ozz666 (Post 2340343)
Whoever does this is an idiot IMO ! Its just asking for damage to the front end when you are rear ended by someone who doesn't notice that you are not moving.

I also love to see those same people waiting for oncoming traffic to make a turn, with their wheels already turned. Another disaster waiting to happen when they are rear ended and pushed into the oncoming traffic.

So we're idiots, yet the person who cannot tell when a car is stopped and rear-ends us is what? A genius? :rolleyes: Go troll elsewhere.


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Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 2340350)
lol when is your lease up?

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079 (Post 2340354)
Please god let it be tomorrow.



:iagree:

Nailzs 05-30-2013 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by 1st (Post 2339669)
Automatic transmissions are for those who find driving to be a confusing task, for those who need to focus 100% on pushing one pedal. Rather than admit that driving is a skill that needs to be practiced and mastered, the people who favor automatic transmissions blame their poor driving skills on everyone and everything else. Real men drive cars with manual transmissions. Real men understand that cars need three pedals, otherwise the vehicle is nothing more than a fancy golf cart. Men understand that driving is a skill, and that the best way to master this skill is to maintain absolute control of all aspects of a car at all times. If you think it’s better to let the car tell you what to do, you may as well turn in your testicles so that they don’t get in the way of your marathon sessions of watching The View.

Automatic drivers will never have to complain about clutch pedal sticking to the floor, clutch fluid leaking, clutch slipping, clutch adjustment, or clutch chatter.

forza370z 05-30-2013 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Haboob (Post 2340454)
So we're idiots, yet the person who cannot tell when a car is stopped and rear-ends us is what? A genius? :rolleyes: Go troll elsewhere.

Everything without brake lights on is considered moving object thus you don't have to slow down your car!!:bowrofl::bowrofl:

But I usually hit the brakes whenever the car is not moving anyways just in case some idiots thought I am moving and kiss my rear(yeah all kinds of people live on this planet you never know:ugh2:).:icon18:

Haboob 05-30-2013 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by forza370z (Post 2340475)
Everything without brake lights on is considered moving object thus you don't have to slow down your car!!:bowrofl::bowrofl:

But I usually hit the brakes whenever the car is not moving anyways just in case some idiots thought I am moving and kiss my rear(yeah all kinds of people live on this planet you never know:ugh2:).:icon18:

I worry about that, very little, but it's there.


However, it's pointless to sit there on the brake. If someone is going to hit you, they're going to hit you.


If they can't tell the object in front of them is not moving, then their license needs revoking. :mad:

forza370z 05-30-2013 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Haboob (Post 2340483)
I worry about that, very little, but it's there.


However, it's pointless to sit there on the brake. If someone is going to hit you, they're going to hit you.


If they can't tell the object in front of them is not moving, then their license needs revoking. :mad:

True. If a person is going to hit you then he/she probably wouldn't even notice if your brake lights are on or not.:shakes head:

User Name 05-30-2013 07:10 PM

I like the 7at in the G37/370Z a lot as far your torque converter autos go. But I just don't know how to have fun in an auto. When I take a corner, I like the whole clutch/2nd gear procedure.

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Originally Posted by 1st
Automatic transmissions are for those who find driving to be a confusing task, for those who need to focus 100% on pushing one pedal. Rather than admit that driving is a skill that needs to be practiced and mastered, the people who favor automatic transmissions blame their poor driving skills on everyone and everything else. Real men drive cars with manual transmissions. Real men understand that cars need three pedals, otherwise the vehicle is nothing more than a fancy golf cart. Men understand that driving is a skill, and that the best way to master this skill is to maintain absolute control of all aspects of a car at all times. If you think it’s better to let the car tell you what to do, you may as well turn in your testicles so that they don’t get in the way of your marathon sessions of watching The View.


And this...this was truly hilarious. Thank you.

Pintsize725 05-30-2013 07:52 PM

Confession: My AT will still throw down with the guys that smirk at me in traffic.

Tigger 05-30-2013 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 1st (Post 2339669)
Automatic transmissions are for those who find driving to be a confusing task, for those who need to focus 100% on pushing one pedal. Rather than admit that driving is a skill that needs to be practiced and mastered, the people who favor automatic transmissions blame their poor driving skills on everyone and everything else. Real men drive cars with manual transmissions. Real men understand that cars need three pedals, otherwise the vehicle is nothing more than a fancy golf cart. Men understand that driving is a skill, and that the best way to master this skill is to maintain absolute control of all aspects of a car at all times. If you think it’s better to let the car tell you what to do, you may as well turn in your testicles so that they don’t get in the way of your marathon sessions of watching The View.

Don't ever buy a GTR because you won't be a "man" if you do. Can I get a GTR owner to chime in here? You still a "man"? Hmmm... I know his womanly race car would stomp all over you nuts any day of the week. Next?

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Originally Posted by 1st (Post 2339675)
Automatic transmissions just aren’t considered cool; they are designed and built for your grandmother and have unappealing nicknames like “slushbox.” Newer dual-clutch automatic transmissions don’t fare much better, and are now often called “flappy paddle gearboxes.” Nothing flappy will ever be manly.

Men and manual transmissions seem to go hand in hand, and not just because you can’t say “manual” without first saying “man.”

I'm beginning to think you are having some self-esteem issues or you aren't secure with yourself. Not that I really care. Just pointing out the fact that while you are in here trying to push people's buttons regarding a personal choice on the vehicle that THEY spent THEIR money on, you have failed to really understand that the auto is still a highly capable track car and I find I can push it harder and more easily than the 6MT.

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Originally Posted by 1st (Post 2339702)
We know that eco-warrior at its core is the opposite of manliness, but perhaps not all things eco-friendly are for wusses. Manual transmissions have historically been more energy efficient than traditional automatic transmissions, and a quick look at EPA numbers will show that a manual version of a car can get 1 to 2 more miles per gallon than its identical automatic-equipped sibling.“Green” is trendy right now, and that means that all the ladies (especially the attractive ones) are doing what they can to project a “green” image. Play your cards right and the ladies will be all over you when you tell them that your manual 370Z gets several mpg more on the highway than the automatic version.

You are so 2000 and late on this one. Did you not get the memo? Try reading next time. I'm now beginning to think you know nothing of the 370. Do you even own one? Sounds like typical internet BS to me.

I wish there wasn't always this stupid screen in between me and the people I want to yell at.

Chuck33079 05-30-2013 11:25 PM

Jesus Christ. This is still going on? Drive what makes you happy. It's your ******* money. I love my 6mt. The people who bought the 7at seem to love it too. Unless someone wants to make your payments for you, they can kindly **** right off with their opinion.

forza370z 05-30-2013 11:30 PM

Wow... Can us manual and auto owners just be peace together and enjoy the 370z???

And OP, it's all personal choice. They all have advantages and disadvantages. Nothing wrong to drive an auto sports car on the road. No need to fake it. Keep your head up bro!:tup::driving:

b15 05-30-2013 11:54 PM

Whatever tranny floats your boat ;)

Footloose301 05-31-2013 06:12 AM

http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/...02/null-38.jpg

ElVee 05-31-2013 08:14 AM

Yeah, but the manual is better in the winter.

:stirthepot:

Haboob 05-31-2013 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Footloose301 (Post 2340981)
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:stirthepot:

Footloose301 05-31-2013 08:26 AM

Exactly lmao

boarderbob 05-31-2013 08:26 AM

I hate to break this up but...

http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m2...hqfjo1_400.jpg

FPenvy 05-31-2013 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725 (Post 2340581)
Confession: My AT will still throw down with the guys that smirk at me in traffic.

thats not because of the car. it's due to the fact that you cant see over the steering wheel :tiphat:

:bowrofl::bowrofl:

FPenvy 05-31-2013 08:39 AM

i wonder if there are any manual guys with a better 1/4 mile time then me who arent boosted? hmmmm :stirthepot:


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