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  • xci_ed6

    Sept. 13, 2009 2:17 p.m. xci_ed6 Reader

    My Accord V6 is the first car I've had with an auto (I refuse to claim the Monte Carlo), only because it was not available with a manual.

    I still took it racing ;)

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOc5N0bYiis

  • HiTempguy

    Sept. 13, 2009 7:33 p.m. HiTempguy Reader

    The only thing I will ever have an auto in is a tow vehicle, as I firmly believe that modern day auto's with 6+ speeds and tow/haul modes that allow you to keep both hands on the wheel and your foot ready for braking is important. AND, the auto's hold more torque plus allow quicker smoother acceleration.

  • Trans_Maro

    Sept. 13, 2009 11:25 p.m. Trans_Maro HalfDork

    HiTempguy wrote:

    your foot ready for braking is important.

    Left foot = clutch

    Right foot = brake

    Never really had any trouble with that.

    You might improve your lap times a little if you practice

    Shawn

  • HiTempguy

    Sept. 13, 2009 11:56 p.m. HiTempguy Reader

    Trans_Maro wrote:

    HiTempguy wrote:

    your foot ready for braking is important.

    Left foot = clutch

    Right foot = brake

    Never really had any trouble with that.

    You might improve your lap times a little if you practice

    Shawn

    Actually, I'd suggest you rethink your strategy. Left foot brake, right foot gas, move left foot when needed.

  • Trans_Maro

    Sept. 14, 2009 12:19 a.m. Trans_Maro HalfDork

    Damn, I knew that was coming as soon as I clicked "add post"

    Shawn

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