satansbodyguard Posted July 6, 2007 Author Share Posted July 6, 2007 do you need legs like conan to use the cluch on a big bhp supra ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 do you need legs like conan to use the cluch on a big bhp supra ?? Most big power clutches are stiff, regardless of the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 If it's a problem I have put servos on clutches, Peter Stringfellow had one on his Renault 5 Turbo 2 for example. Skyline GTR's have them as stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonkin Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 as said above, the horror stories of auto boxes really are caused by driver error. I've never (touch wood) had a single issue with it. Most people just think with an auto you stick it in 'D' and leave it, which if you want a relaxing drive down the motorway is very true. If yuo test drive a car with an auto box, make sure you take the time to fully test the box with all the gears and also in manu mode, it can then be far more involving and fun to drive. The power really does just keep coming and coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satansbodyguard Posted July 7, 2007 Author Share Posted July 7, 2007 Originally Posted by hiten55 go for the 6 speed mate, its cheaper to go bpu than it is for an auto to manual conversion - you can always save up or do the bpu one stage at a time..... but the 6 speed's are more expensive than auto's so does this even out ??? but if you're going to convert to 6 speed just get one first eh ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyb10supra Posted July 7, 2007 Share Posted July 7, 2007 I would swap back to an auto without any hestitation. At this stage I think my ideal car would be a BPU+ tiptronic with uprated stall on it. JB Why the need for a higher stall on a stock twin car....the pickup of a BPU j-spec car from a standstill is quick enough anyway?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pabs Posted July 7, 2007 Share Posted July 7, 2007 I'd definately go for a 6-speed myself - however - I still really like the idea of an Aero-top, so that'd mean I'd have to convert to 6-speed unless I purchased one with this already completed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imi Posted July 7, 2007 Share Posted July 7, 2007 I'd like a six speed now. Kinda not feeling the auto love anymore. Still, the auto is excellent for those 'just plant it and keep going and going and going' moments. sounds so boring..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest moosebuster1st Posted July 7, 2007 Share Posted July 7, 2007 if you want to DRIVE the car get a manual Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satansbodyguard Posted July 7, 2007 Author Share Posted July 7, 2007 the only hi power auto i had was a 6.6ltr turbo pontiac firebird trans am which was defenitely plant it and go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satansbodyguard Posted July 7, 2007 Author Share Posted July 7, 2007 but would'nt stop very well !!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlM Posted July 7, 2007 Share Posted July 7, 2007 6-speed. Every time. Agree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satansbodyguard Posted July 7, 2007 Author Share Posted July 7, 2007 good fun for doughnuts though lock the steering wheel all the way over then floor it the front stays put and the rear swings all the way around good for turning in small spaces :p:p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Black Posted July 7, 2007 Share Posted July 7, 2007 Don't buy an auto if you think you will want to convert it some day as this not cost effective. Auto's will generally out drag a manual, manuals can handle more power, however a bpu tt is well within the Auto's capabilities. My two penneth as to which to buy, i would'nt touch a manual unless i was buying a 911, however i do live in traffic ridden London. If you like the odd blast the odd race auto's great, if you think your schumacher get a manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob wild Posted July 7, 2007 Share Posted July 7, 2007 Whichever is in the best condition That is an excellent point as these cars get older and older it would very much come down to condition of the car. Im at the moment looking at upgrading my box either to a build auto or 6-speed convertion and TBH im leaning back towards the auto simply because of my requirements. It all depends on what the car is going to be for you i.e. daily drive for work, track car, drag car or weekend fun etc etc. I really do like the auto for just cruising about which TBH is most of what i do because of traffic condition thses days. All just IMO Good luck with your choice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imi Posted July 7, 2007 Share Posted July 7, 2007 , i would'nt touch a manual unless i was buying a 911, however i do live in traffic ridden London. If you like the odd blast the odd race auto's great, if you think your schumacher get a manual. huh.... I have a 6sp Manual, daily driver in London (lived in docklands and drove through central every single day)..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satansbodyguard Posted July 7, 2007 Author Share Posted July 7, 2007 daily driver street and strip missile not realy into track days at the mo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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