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**wbt** · 08-19-2013, 02:26 PM

Originally Posted by Toby

We had a boss out there running 10.50's at 133 mph using the stock 6 speed.. Car has a d-1, fuel system to support, headers, and some control arms. Other wise bone stock suspension with full interior and nothing taken out.

It would have run better times with an auto.

**BLK2012GT** · 08-19-2013, 02:37 PM

Originally Posted by wbt

It would have run better times with an auto.

Not everyone wants to just push down the peddle and go and try to set records. I like shifting through the gears. It's a lot more fun.

**wbt** · 08-19-2013, 04:09 PM

Originally Posted by BLK2012GT

Not everyone wants to just push down the peddle and go and try to set records. I like shifting through the gears. It's a lot more fun.

I own one of each. I'll take an auto over a stick anyday at the track.

I find it hilarious you M6 guys saying it takes a "man" to drive a stick, etc. when they have no clue what it takes to make an auto work to where all it takes is just mashing the gas.

When you are laying parts across the track creating a mess for the crew to cleanup and causing delays, come talk to me again about how much better that manual trans car is.

You do have an upgraded driveline with all the necessary support to withstand 6K RPM launches on slicks right?

**Luke** · 08-19-2013, 04:10 PM

Originally Posted by wbt

I own one of each. I'll take an auto over a stick anyday at the track.

I find it hilarious you M6 guys saying it takes a "man" to drive a stick, etc. when they have no clue what it takes to make an auto work to where all it takes is just mashing the gas.

When you are laying parts across the track creating a mess for the crew to cleanup and causing delays, come talk to me again about how much better that manual trans car is.

You do have an upgraded driveline with all the necessary support to withstand 6K RPM launches on slicks right?

blownaltered · 08-19-2013, 04:16 PM

Originally Posted by wbt

I own one of each. I'll take an auto over a stick anyday at the track.

I find it hilarious you M6 guys saying it takes a "man" to drive a stick, etc. when they have no clue what it takes to make an auto work to where all it takes is just mashing the gas.

When you are laying parts across the track creating a mess for the crew to cleanup and causing delays, come talk to me again about how much better that manual trans car is.

You do have an upgraded driveline with all the necessary support to withstand 6K RPM launches on slicks right?

I think your missing the point of what most people are saying. You can't compare times between a m6 vs an auto with a stall. The auto is going to eat the m6 out of the hole and hit the shift perfect every time because its computer controlled. No human error involved. But he and a lot of other guys, myself included like sticks for our sports cars because they are more fun to drive on the street. If I was going to race my car every weekend then yes I would do an auto but I don't so ill stick to my old 5 speed.

**BLK2012GT** · 08-19-2013, 04:18 PM

Originally Posted by blownaltered

I think your missing the point of what most people are saying. You can't compare times between a m6 vs an auto with a stall. The auto is going to eat the m6 out of the hole and hit the shift perfect every time because its computer controlled. No human error involved. But he and a lot of other guys, myself included like sticks for our sports cars because they are more fun to drive on the street. If I was going to race my car every weekend then yes I would do an auto but I don't so ill stick to my old 5 speed.

X2 exactly was never saying a manual is better for the track then an auto. WBT man you might want to read a post twice before you post cause just because some thinks differently doesn't mean they are insulting you or better then you.

**wbt** · 08-19-2013, 04:29 PM

Originally Posted by blownaltered

I think your missing the point of what most people are saying. You can't compare times between a m6 vs an auto with a stall. The auto is going to eat the m6 out of the hole and hit the shift perfect every time because its computer controlled. No human error involved. But he and a lot of other guys, myself included like sticks for our sports cars because they are more fun to drive on the street. If I was going to race my car every weekend then yes I would do an auto but I don't so ill stick to my old 5 speed.

I get it and I made a few points that were missed.

Originally Posted by BLK2012GT

X2 exactly was never saying a manual is better for the track then an auto. WBT man you might want to read a post twice before you post cause just because some thinks differently doesn't mean they are insulting you or better then you.

After a couple of days posting here and seeing some of your history, it seems as though you do a lot of talking and not much producing.

Less posting, less talking, more producing.

Now back to the upgraded driveline thing...do you or do you not have your shit together to support 6K RPM launches with your car. If not, the exact scenario I listed is going to happen in which an auto car would serve you better if you want to meet the goals you have set. Fucking around aside, I am dead serious about this. If you get a good tire on that car, and you will have to launch at 6K+ to get a good time, and your driveline is mostly stock, you are going to be SOL. Expect a tow truck to take you home unless you trailer.

I say this based on experience.

**BLK2012GT** · 08-19-2013, 04:38 PM

Originally Posted by wbt

I get it and I made a few points that were missed.

After a couple of days posting here and seeing some of your history, it seems as though you do a lot of talking and not much producing.

Less posting, less talking, more producing.

Now back to the upgraded driveline thing...do you or do you not have your shit together to support 6K RPM launches with your car. If not, the exact scenario I listed is going to happen in which an auto car would serve you better if you want to meet the goals you have set. Fucking around aside, I am dead serious about this. If you get a good tire on that car, and you will have to launch at 6K+ to get a good time, and your driveline is mostly stock, you are going to be SOL. Expect a tow truck to take you home unless you trailer.

I say this based on experience.

You don't worry about my history. And I have a one piece DS and that's it as far as the driveline goes.

**46Tbird** · 08-19-2013, 04:52 PM

Originally Posted by wbt

I own one of each. I'll take an auto over a stick anyday at the track.

Totally agree. And the potential in the new 6As is astounding. But I do more than drag race my car, and I would be way too bored with a slushbox in my daily commute.

I didn't realize you still have your M6 car. Do you ever do anything with it anymore?

**wbt** · 08-19-2013, 04:56 PM

Originally Posted by 46Tbird

Totally agree. And the potential in the new 6As is astounding. But I do more than drag race my car, and I would be way too bored with a slushbox in my daily commute.

I didn't realize you still have your M6 car. Do you ever do anything with it anymore?

I traded that in on my auto. My wife's 2013 is a MT-82 car. That is what she wanted and she prefers a stick over an auto.