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XwChriswX · 10-22-2011, 12:49 PM

When I drove from Phoenix to San Antonio (14 hours straight) I was surprised that I didn't feel more cramped than I did. I only made 2 stops each way for gas/food. I was comfortable the whole way. I would need to adjust every now and then, but it was never uncomfortable.

Of course, come to find out I had a bald rear tire with the steel belts starting to come undone from showing through so much.

But I guess that's to be expected from putting 3k miles on it in 5 days.

m4a1mustang · 10-22-2011, 02:06 PM

My problem, and this isn't exclusive to the Z, is that my legs are proportionately longer than my arms, so I end up having to stretch my arms more than I would like on cars without telescoping steering wheels. So my arms tend to fatigue on longer drives.

Alchemy, if you cruise with us you shouldn't have a problem. We stop every couple hours and since its a decent sized group we are usually stopped for at least 15 minutes.

XwChriswX · 10-22-2011, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

My problem, and this isn't exclusive to the Z, is that my legs are proportionately longer than my arms, so I end up having to stretch my arms more than I would like on cars without telescoping steering wheels. So my arms tend to fatigue on longer drives.

Alchemy, if you cruise with us you shouldn't have a problem. We stop every couple hours and since its a decent sized group we are usually stopped for at least 15 minutes.

Im in the same boat steevie, I either have to give up leg room so my arms are comfortable, or stretch my arms out so my legs are comfy. Only complaint with car manufacturers is more aren't making telescopic steering.

It's why I always look like I just left a colon cleansing center when I'm driving lol

Alchemy · 10-22-2011, 02:36 PM

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Alchemy, if you cruise with us you shouldn't have a problem. We stop every couple hours and since its a decent sized group we are usually stopped for at least 15 minutes.

Idk Steve, on a long drive like that I like to just sit down and get it over with. Although it would be awesome to cruise down in a big group

How many of you guys are there?

m4a1mustang · 10-22-2011, 02:07 PM

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That's true. I guess I should treat it as a one-off event and forget about it.

Says the guy that just ordered some Glock decals.

m4a1mustang · 10-22-2011, 02:34 PM

Haha, yeah, I wish I had a telescoping wheel. I would probably bring the wheel 3 inches closer or more.

XwChriswX · 10-22-2011, 02:37 PM

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Haha, yeah, I wish I had a telescoping wheel. I would probably bring the wheel 3 inches closer or more.

Then I could actually sit back in the seat like you're supposed to.

Lemers · 10-22-2011, 02:44 PM

I don't need telescoping steering wheels. My limbs are all proportionate to my body.

shadoquad · 10-22-2011, 02:48 PM

I need a merc with a massage seat and nannies that detect when I'm asleep and autopilot the car to work.

m4a1mustang · 10-22-2011, 03:38 PM

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I need a merc with a massage seat and nannies that detect when I'm asleep and autopilot the car to work.

Dana has a 2003 CLK and has come up with an idea to intentionally crash it, then sue Mercedes for those commercials.

Lemers · 10-22-2011, 02:50 PM

The day they bring a car that drives itself to the market is the day I quit driving

Alchemy · 10-22-2011, 02:58 PM

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The day they bring a car that drives itself to the market is the day I quit driving

x1000

shadoquad · 10-22-2011, 03:02 PM

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The day they bring a car that drives itself to the market is the day I quit driving

Yeah, I was being facetious, although I know a lot of people who are clamoring for it. To them, driving is a chore and a bore. And they are the reason we have so many accidents, because paying attention to the road is more boring than sending a text.

Alchemy · 10-22-2011, 03:06 PM

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Yeah, I was being facetious, although I know a lot of people who are clamoring for it. To them, driving is a chore and a bore. And they are the reason we have so many accidents, because paying attention to the road is more boring than sending a text.

How can people see driving as a chore?? Its crazy. Driving is one of my absolute fav things to do. I guess that can prob be said for all of us

m4a1mustang · 10-22-2011, 03:39 PM

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How can people see driving as a chore?? Its crazy. Driving is one of my absolute fav things to do. I guess that can prob be said for all of us

I'd be lying if I said there was never a time where I don't want to drive. We all have our days where we just feel disconnected and would rather not be in the car. I certainly have them.

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m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	My problem, and this isn't exclusive to the Z, is that my legs are proportionately longer than my arms, so I end up having to stretch my arms more than I would like on cars without telescoping steering wheels. So my arms tend to fatigue on longer drives. Alchemy, if you cruise with us you shouldn't have a problem. We stop every couple hours and since its a decent sized group we are usually stopped for at least 15 minutes. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	Haha, yeah, I wish I had a telescoping wheel. I would probably bring the wheel 3 inches closer or more. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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Lemers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Izmir, Turkey Posts: 15,371 Drives: 2012 Traverse LTZ Rep Power: 53	I don't need telescoping steering wheels. My limbs are all proportionate to my body. __________________ 2010 Black Cherry Touring/Sport/Nav Now - 2012 Travese LTZ until I leave for Turkey

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Lemers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Izmir, Turkey Posts: 15,371 Drives: 2012 Traverse LTZ Rep Power: 53	The day they bring a car that drives itself to the market is the day I quit driving __________________ 2010 Black Cherry Touring/Sport/Nav Now - 2012 Travese LTZ until I leave for Turkey

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shadoquad A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: . Posts: 42,608 Drives: . Rep Power: 3887	I need a merc with a massage seat and nannies that detect when I'm asleep and autopilot the car to work.