Mourning the Manual Transmission
#41
maybe an electric vehicle with a manual transmission ... just throwing it out there
it may not be considered (necessary) by the manufacturers, but gearheads could figure out something with an electric with a multi speed manual (more low end & more top end is always good
thinking outside the box - maybe too outside - in 1920 no one would have thought they would be driving a vehicle on the moon, 4 wheel electric drive no less
it may not be considered (necessary) by the manufacturers, but gearheads could figure out something with an electric with a multi speed manual (more low end & more top end is always good
thinking outside the box - maybe too outside - in 1920 no one would have thought they would be driving a vehicle on the moon, 4 wheel electric drive no less
#42
maybe an electric vehicle with a manual transmission ... just throwing it out there
it may not be considered (necessary) by the manufacturers, but gearheads could figure out something with an electric with a multi speed manual (more low end & more top end is always good
it may not be considered (necessary) by the manufacturers, but gearheads could figure out something with an electric with a multi speed manual (more low end & more top end is always good
thinking outside the box - maybe too outside - in 1920 no one would have thought they would be driving a vehicle on the moon, 4 wheel electric drive no less
#44
#45
Hi,
Its sad, but very true, although it all depends upon demand, I have a Ram 2500, searched for a used Hemi Stick, back in 2014, found a 07, 08 was the last year in a truck, GM was 04-06 and not sure on Ford, but not even sure if you can get a Ram with a Diesel and a stick still.
I just ordered a new Challenger 6 speed, the automatics are actually faster, but a lot of people get a stick for preference, like I did.
I can't imagine the Jeep crowd will let the 3 pedals die out.
I would like to think sports cars, and newer muscle cars would keep the demand, but most new sports cars are all going to paddle shift automatics
Next time you all order a new one get something with 3 pedals, at least 1 more will be out there to confuse the youth, lol
Regards,
Its sad, but very true, although it all depends upon demand, I have a Ram 2500, searched for a used Hemi Stick, back in 2014, found a 07, 08 was the last year in a truck, GM was 04-06 and not sure on Ford, but not even sure if you can get a Ram with a Diesel and a stick still.
I just ordered a new Challenger 6 speed, the automatics are actually faster, but a lot of people get a stick for preference, like I did.
I can't imagine the Jeep crowd will let the 3 pedals die out.
I would like to think sports cars, and newer muscle cars would keep the demand, but most new sports cars are all going to paddle shift automatics
Next time you all order a new one get something with 3 pedals, at least 1 more will be out there to confuse the youth, lol
Regards,
#48
Koda - Indeed, it's from a '58 Villager. Speaking of an Edsel. A gentlemen at my club (golf) has the name Edsel. My fathers' second cousin's wife was named Buick; and, her sister was named Pontiac. I always found that interesting but it was what it was. BTW, they both drove respective namesake automobiles. I'm certain there have already been children born w/ the name Covid.
#49
My wife bought a Volvo V70R station wagon back in 2005 and she wanted a manual transmission so we had to order it from the factory as there were none available on any dealer lots, and she had to wait for one of the first 2006 models to be built. Now years later I find out there were 377 MT wagons imported into all of North America in 2006 and they are extremely sought after in the Volvo world.
#52
#53
Atleast here in Finland manual transmissions are on most cars. Its fading all the time, but so far manuals rule. It was really hard to find automatic station wagon to my wife from used car market.
Myself, i hate manuals passionately. Nothing bugs me more than my work-van, 6-speed trans? Fu****ng 6 gears to row through when automatic could handle it all. Or talk about trucks ( okay, there you can pass gears at will), but selecting through 18 gears. Gets. Old. Fast.
Automatic transmission is probably the best invention on automotive history.
Myself, i hate manuals passionately. Nothing bugs me more than my work-van, 6-speed trans? Fu****ng 6 gears to row through when automatic could handle it all. Or talk about trucks ( okay, there you can pass gears at will), but selecting through 18 gears. Gets. Old. Fast.
Automatic transmission is probably the best invention on automotive history.
#54
#55
Diesel locomotives are really diesel/electric with electric motors on the wheels and a diesel powered generator. As Joe P. said, full torque at zero rpm with an electric motor.
Meanwhile,, my 66 feels just right with a Jerico 4-speed and vertical gate shifter.
Meanwhile,, my 66 feels just right with a Jerico 4-speed and vertical gate shifter.
#56
A couple of years later, older sister is driving the Chevette to school and can't get going from the stoplight. Kept stalling it out. After sitting thru what must've been 8 light changes, I finally convinced her to let me drive the rest of the way to school (I was 14). Light turned green again, and away we went. She cursed at me for the next few minutes until she realized that she needed to fix her makeup. Yeah, a 16 year old girl gets a little emotional when she can't get the car moving.
#57
I'm teaching my 17 year old daughter to drive my 87 Mustang 5.0 five speed convertible now. She learned to drive in it last summer when it was a 2.3 auto. My dad bought it new and it will be hers soon. Once she's mastered the Mustang she can tackle the 455 M20 in the 68 442.
#58
Hi all again,
Was watching a show on Velocity right C8 Corvette, guess they no longer offer a manual transmission
I just got a new Challenger and glad its got 3 pedals, although the ne cars have way too many gadgets
Regards,
Was watching a show on Velocity right C8 Corvette, guess they no longer offer a manual transmission
I just got a new Challenger and glad its got 3 pedals, although the ne cars have way too many gadgets
Regards,
#59
Like others have previously mentioned I also spent considerable time learning on tractors. I remember how fun it was when you first learn to turn a tractor 360° with either the LH or RH brake pedal.
#61
- The new C8 Corvette is the first generation of the Corvette that will be automatic-only.
- Chevy said the car didn't need a manual transmission because the C8's automatic is dramatically improved. For the first time it is a dual-clutch unit, sourced from Tremec.
- But the real thing that convinced the Chevy team not to offer a manual was—sadly—low sales of the stick-shift C7 Corvette.
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a2...-transmission/
#62
Originally Posted by 69CSHC;1280645} [b
The new C8 Corvette is the first generation of the Corvette that will be automatic-only.[/b]
The very first Corvette was automatic only.
#64
I had completely forgotten about the L and R brake pedals. I feel too-far removed from my hick-*** country roots now!
#66
True, but I think Car and Driver's talking point is implying the entire 8th generation will be non manual transmission.
C1 or first generation of Corvette is 1953-1962 by 1955 manual transmission was an option.
https://www.caranddriver.com/feature...rolet-corvette/
C1 or first generation of Corvette is 1953-1962 by 1955 manual transmission was an option.
https://www.caranddriver.com/feature...rolet-corvette/
#67
I found the Citroen umbrella handle shift easy, as was the very similar design found in several Renault models. Column shift I also found no problem, although mostly it couldn't be hurried.
Absolutely, If I drive stick it's because I have to, not because I want to. Stick is still normal on most downscale and midrange UK cars, as in the rest of Europe.
Roger.
Atleast here in Finland manual transmissions are on most cars. Its fading all the time, but so far manuals rule. It was really hard to find automatic station wagon to my wife from used car market.
Myself, i hate manuals passionately. Nothing bugs me more than my work-van, 6-speed trans? Fu****ng 6 gears to row through when automatic could handle it all. Or talk about trucks ( okay, there you can pass gears at will), but selecting through 18 gears. Gets. Old. Fast.
Automatic transmission is probably the best invention on automotive history.
Myself, i hate manuals passionately. Nothing bugs me more than my work-van, 6-speed trans? Fu****ng 6 gears to row through when automatic could handle it all. Or talk about trucks ( okay, there you can pass gears at will), but selecting through 18 gears. Gets. Old. Fast.
Automatic transmission is probably the best invention on automotive history.
Roger.
#68
#70
That was a timeless and most attractive Ford dashboard design, reminiscent of the early 80s Audi 4000 and 5000 models.
By the way, who's sitting next to your daughter clenching a fist? Is this in preparation for when she makes a driving mistake?
Leno claims that the Citroen SM had the best manual trnsmission he had ever shifted. The reason for the single-spoke steering wheel is also explained:
By the way, who's sitting next to your daughter clenching a fist? Is this in preparation for when she makes a driving mistake?
Leno claims that the Citroen SM had the best manual trnsmission he had ever shifted. The reason for the single-spoke steering wheel is also explained:
#71
#73
That was a timeless and most attractive Ford dashboard design, reminiscent of the early 80s Audi 4000 and 5000 models.
By the way, who's sitting next to your daughter clenching a fist? Is this in preparation for when she makes a driving mistake?
Leno claims that the Citroen SM had the best manual trnsmission he had ever shifted. The reason for the single-spoke steering wheel is also explained:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QH6q3C_W3k
By the way, who's sitting next to your daughter clenching a fist? Is this in preparation for when she makes a driving mistake?
Leno claims that the Citroen SM had the best manual trnsmission he had ever shifted. The reason for the single-spoke steering wheel is also explained:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QH6q3C_W3k
Roger.
#75
I bought a 2010 Ford Fusion with a 6 spd stick back in Aug '09. It's been one of the nicest Ford vehicles( I work for Ford) I've ever owned! Sad to say after 11 yrs & almost 200k it's nearing the end. The **** they put on the roads here in Ohio during the winter have finally caught up with the car. I've never kept a driver as long as this one but it drives so nice & it actually runs pretty strong for a 2.5 four banger! I originally wanted a Fusion Sport but they didn't offer a stick with the V6??? I found a nicely optioned "SE" model with the 6spd at a dealer over 40 miles from my house ,this was during the infamous cash for clunkers time & you had to buy a vehicle of the lot, no special orders. I bought a complete leather interior from a wrecked Sport model, added V6 dual exhaust from the cat back,cold air intake & some big sway bars & a strut tower brace from Steeda. I made it into a Fusion GT that Ford never built!
The last year for a stick in a Fusion was '15 & you had to special order it. The Ford plant I work at does all commercial trucks from the E350 all the way to the huge F750s no sticks in any of them!!! At least you can still get 3 pedals in the Mustang but just like the Vettes & Mopars the new autos are faster! At least I still have my '68 442 to bang the gears in! I'm thinking about a new Ranger after this winter but no sticks in those either but I've heard due to demand from the off-road people they are going to offer a 7spd stick in the new Bronco!
The last year for a stick in a Fusion was '15 & you had to special order it. The Ford plant I work at does all commercial trucks from the E350 all the way to the huge F750s no sticks in any of them!!! At least you can still get 3 pedals in the Mustang but just like the Vettes & Mopars the new autos are faster! At least I still have my '68 442 to bang the gears in! I'm thinking about a new Ranger after this winter but no sticks in those either but I've heard due to demand from the off-road people they are going to offer a 7spd stick in the new Bronco!
#76
Ford's ain't bad. I've got one Ford, even though my hobby is mostly GM, an old van seen earlier in this thread. I always thought Ford paint, interior, and audio was the best. Their auto transmissions and water pumps vex me, and their 4x4 front bearings in the pre-90s vehicles were awful with manual hubs.
#77
#79
1st = 40 @ 5400
2nd = 65 @5880
3rd = 90 @ 5940
4th = 115 @ 5840
5th = 148 @ 5640
6th is only for cruising, 80 @ 2030
But, when corners come, the old sled is not nearly as much fun as a Z06!
#80