Love the Paddle Shifters

b15 · 10-07-2014, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I agree with "to each their own". My very first experience with paddle shifters on the Z was on a track. I was completely befuddled. My shifts were terrible, and my lines were all over the place. I even hit the windshield wiper stalk unnecessarily. Of course, the GoPro was right above one, making it bend horribly

I got back into my own 6MT a few hours later on the same track and felt like I was home

My wife really wants a 7AT Z now (it was her 6MT Z originally). I think it would be a great idea - I can get more practice with those paddle shifters

Nice! Two Z household?

gurneyeagle · 10-09-2014, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I agree with "to each their own". My very first experience with paddle shifters on the Z was on a track. I was completely befuddled. My shifts were terrible, and my lines were all over the place. I even hit the windshield wiper stalk unnecessarily. Of course, the GoPro was right above one, making it bend horribly

I got back into my own 6MT a few hours later on the same track and felt like I was home

My wife really wants a 7AT Z now (it was her 6MT Z originally). I think it would be a great idea - I can get more practice with those paddle shifters

Ah mr. JAR, I remember that day too! It was my first time on a track with a manual Z and I struggled with the synchro rev downshifting as I was used to heal and toe. I finally had to turn it off. Missed a few braking points and almost tore out the transmission at one point!

When we got in the GT-R's I was back at home banging downshifts with the paddles like a pro.

To each his own. I've just never been a fan of the clutch on the G37/Z after spending decades in Hondas and Acuras.

Sadly, it looks like there won't be any manual trans options in a few years.

Definitely both are skills to hone.

gurneyeagle · 10-09-2014, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I agree with "to each their own". My very first experience with paddle shifters on the Z was on a track. I was completely befuddled. My shifts were terrible, and my lines were all over the place. I even hit the windshield wiper stalk unnecessarily. Of course, the GoPro was right above one, making it bend horribly

I got back into my own 6MT a few hours later on the same track and felt like I was home

My wife really wants a 7AT Z now (it was her 6MT Z originally). I think it would be a great idea - I can get more practice with those paddle shifters

I will make you a great deal on mine if you are really interested in buying an automatic. Seriously. PM me, text, or call me.

JARblue · 10-09-2014, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle

I will make you a great deal on mine if you are really interested in buying an automatic. Seriously. PM me, text, or call me.

Acura lease is up July 13, 2015. Can I start small payments now and pay it off then?

gurneyeagle · 10-09-2014, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Acura lease is up July 13, 2015. Can I start small payments now and pay it off then?

I'll have to say no on the payment plan, but will keep you in mind for next July. The car MAY have 3,000 additional miles on it, bringing it up to 21,000.

Nissan Platinum bumper-to-bumper warranty expires in July 2018.

JARblue · 10-09-2014, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle

I'll have to say no on the payment plan, but will keep you in mind for next July. The car MAY have 3,000 additional miles on it, bringing it up to 21,000.

Nissan Platinum bumper-to-bumper warranty expires in July 2018.

lol I wasn't suggesting that I get the car now. Just that I start payments now. I trust you

Mileage is no problem. Melody will put another 21K miles on it in less than ~15 months

We'll be in touch next Spring

watson853 · 10-06-2014, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jeritol

I love the paddle shifters on a tight twisty road when keeping both hands on the wheel is a good idea. Probably isn't a big deal on a track or a more open road.

I went up the newly paved GA SR180 this weekend where the penalty for error is pretty big. They worked great.

I also went over the Cherohala Skyway but they aren't really a big deal there.

They are just another toy to play with while having a good time in the Z.

I had to opt for the 7at for a couple reasons and wasn't thrilled about it but for a standard slush box it's pretty amazing. It's certainly not on par with a true dual clutch but the maintenance and reliability on those things can really be hit or miss so I'm quite happy with Nissan's choice.

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watson853 · 10-06-2014, 10:46 PM

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DjSquall · 10-07-2014, 05:47 AM

I love my paddles. They keep my boat afloat.

Wonka2581 · 10-07-2014, 06:15 AM

I have driven both.... I can say I'm very impressed by the 7AT in the 370z... not so much in other cars.... I made my choice to get the 7AT because it's a blast to drive.. and my ole lady can drive it as well....(well when she needs to at least) lol... OP where in GA are you??

cooltoy · 10-07-2014, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Wonka2581

and my ole lady can drive it as well

Another good reason to get a stick.

shfeddy · 10-07-2014, 06:28 AM

I mainly use mine for downshifing when I see the light turn red from a far. I need to use them more often but not too many twisty roads where im at.

b15 · 10-07-2014, 06:38 AM

The 7at is good for torque converter trans. I prefer the manual but to each his own. If the Z had a dual clutch, I probably would've gotten it.

Nargrakhan · 10-07-2014, 11:56 AM

I love the paddles. I use them when my Z is acting real naughty. I'm all like, "go faster you dirty girl." *paddle* *paddle* *paddle* And she's all like, "vroom, vrooooom, vrooooooom!!!" After throwing me back into the seat, she's get all wild with those turns.

Jordo! · 10-08-2014, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by b15

The 7at is good for torque converter trans. I prefer the manual but to each his own. If the Z had a dual clutch, I probably would've gotten it.

If it shifted like the dual clutch on the Veloceter you might not say that...

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DjSquall A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tottenham, ON Age: 38 Posts: 1,340 Drives: My first car Rep Power: 24	I love my paddles. They keep my boat afloat. __________________ My Z did p0rn

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Wonka2581 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 3,083 Drives: MY WIFE CRAZY.... Rep Power: 2613	I have driven both.... I can say I'm very impressed by the 7AT in the 370z... not so much in other cars.... I made my choice to get the 7AT because it's a blast to drive.. and my ole lady can drive it as well....(well when she needs to at least) lol... OP where in GA are you?? swwnz likes this. __________________ "I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat""Winston Churchill"

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shfeddy Base Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Okinawa, Japan Posts: 63 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 14	I mainly use mine for downshifing when I see the light turn red from a far. I need to use them more often but not too many twisty roads where im at. __________________ ^Stillen SC kit^ 345 WHP Stillen 19 Row Oil Cooler TSW Nurburgring * Nitto555 305x30x18* 255x45x18

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b15 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 3,229 Drives: 4drz Rep Power: 36573	The 7at is good for torque converter trans. I prefer the manual but to each his own. If the Z had a dual clutch, I probably would've gotten it. critical likes this.

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Nargrakhan Base Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Nowhere Posts: 176 Drives: Nothing Rep Power: 13	I love the paddles. I use them when my Z is acting real naughty. I'm all like, "go faster you dirty girl." paddle paddle paddle And she's all like, "vroom, vrooooom, vrooooooom!!!" After throwing me back into the seat, she's get all wild with those turns. 2xtreme1, watson853, TheBoomSpoon and 2 others like this.

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