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8T4SVOChick · 04-28-2003, 06:33 PM

Every car that I own is a standard. I don't think I would purchase a car that was an automatic.

Rev · 04-28-2003, 07:41 PM

Mine is a C-4 with a 2500 RPM stall convertor and a B&M shift kit. I figure it does cost me 25-30 HP compared to a stick shift though.

Rev

Sicy Stang · 04-28-2003, 07:50 PM

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Originally posted by Fox Body
You should've put a #3 in the poll to be Both.

Doh.. sorry you're absolutely right!

Well I feel kinda like an outcast now. I just never was very good at driving sticks I guess

I tried on a couple friends cars and always had problems starting off in first. Once I passed first though I dont usually have problems. I guess it just takes getting used to and I didnt have the patience to want to learn. Maybe if I raced cars I'd like a stick. I suppose I'm missing out on a lot of fun, apparently.

93blkGTfun · 04-28-2003, 08:53 PM

I love my 5 speed. I looked for a mustang specifically with a 5 speed. Sometimes I go and drive for an hour or two, just to drive it. I love the control I get with a five speed. I can tell what the engine is doing and how fast i'm going just by the feel and sound of the car.

Driving my 5 speed stang on a long windy road is my favorite thing to do. In fact I want to go do it right now!!

joe4speed · 04-28-2003, 08:59 PM

I have both as well...
I don't think I'd have had as much fun as I have in my Stang if it was an auto.
My daily driver is an auto, an d it's a beautiful thing when I'm stuck in traffic 4 days a week.

Crazy Horse GT · 04-28-2003, 09:40 PM

well i have my first auto in years, i like it when im highway racing, if i kick it right, it downshift's 2 gears .

bye bye stick lol.

jj_jonathon · 04-28-2003, 11:19 PM

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Originally posted by Sicy Stang
Yay I'm not the only one

So what do you mean exactly you drive it like a stick? Starting out in 1st then drive? Beating it in 1?

basically ill kick around in D....sometimes i take off from 1, powershift into D then let off after the squeeling...lol...i downshift into D from OD a lot...just makes it sounder and more fun...i know its prolly killing the tranny, but at least i dont do the ol' 1-2-1...the thing takes off just as fast in OD as in 1st but its more fun in 1st....got shift it up just right though cuz its delayed...wait too long and youll really get a clunk

lol

stangs with autos arent as fun, but theyre still mustangs

...sometimes its nice to be able to eat and drive

...

Sicy Stang · 04-28-2003, 11:28 PM

Ok so question.. I always start in D and when I get on the freeway switch to OD.. isnt that what you're supposed to do? Because once I get to like 50mph the car feels like its straining to drive but once I switch over to OD its like the car goes "ahhhhhhhhhhh".

Sorry if that sounded lame..

Crazy Horse GT · 04-29-2003, 01:49 AM

no, on the highway, when you feel that power let down, your actualy saving your engine & tranny, no big, i can still cruise with the big boy's in od, that's what i was talking about, if i stomp it hard enough it will downshift twice = i win , they suck . lol.

Shaun Barcelow · 04-29-2003, 02:53 PM

Motor Trend tested my auto two tenths faster to 60 MPH than the six-speed, but then mine's not a Mustang. I don't know how the auto and stick compare in them.

Sicy Stang · 04-29-2003, 03:02 PM

Sometimes I've noticed, when play racing off the line on the street.. I will usually beat them.. while they're taking the time to shift

Crazy Horse GT · 04-29-2003, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Shaun Barcelow
Motor Trend tested my auto two tenths faster to 60 MPH than the six-speed, but then mine's not a Mustang. I don't know how the auto and stick compare in them.

lol hey nothing wrong with a bird, better looking than a camaro, lol, all i know is on the highway, i own stick shift's, lol. fact.

Skyman · 04-29-2003, 11:51 PM

Uh oh, guess I'm gonna have to post a video of some hard shifting T-5 abusing action.

Skyler

Sicy Stang · 04-29-2003, 11:56 PM

I like to see videos

jj_jonathon · 04-30-2003, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Shaun Barcelow
Motor Trend tested my auto two tenths faster to 60 MPH than the six-speed, but then mine's not a Mustang. I don't know how the auto and stick compare in them.

i know the chevy autos lose about the power as the 6speed...dunno about pontiac, but i bet its close to the same numbers....but ford makes an auto that loses like 20% of the power...its lame..lol

1969Mach1 · 04-30-2003, 08:08 AM

I love standard... although my Pace Car is an auto. =( My Mach 1 was a 4 speed and loved it. And I drive my dad's t-bird which is 5 speed any chance he'll let me. I standard to have so much more response. And it's always good to wave by to ricers when you down shift and gun it.

-Sam.

msunickb · 04-30-2003, 05:56 PM

Just bought the car about a month ago and really wanted a stick, but just no luck. Couldn't find any in the lower MI area at all. Ended up w/auto which isn't all that bad...I smoke too so it frees a hand I guess.

Sicy Stang · 04-30-2003, 07:50 PM

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Originally posted by msunickb
I smoke too so it frees a hand I guess.

Hehe..yep same here.

Mach 1 · 04-30-2003, 08:39 PM

AUTOMATICS RULE!

If thier built right like mine, thier even better..

Topless In Texas · 04-30-2003, 08:55 PM

Man, I love my stick! I love to downshift coming up to lights, cuz the exaust rumbles so much..also, its easier to lay into it from a dead stop. But, its hell on my cigarettes...gets ashes everywhere. I try to be careful...but it aint easy.

BUT...I like racing an auto at the track...its a no brainer, you dont have to think as much, having to watch the tach, watch where your going and shift at the same time. Just dont cover the break like its the clutch, I did that w/ Moms2K's at Cecil County, and shes like, "why are the brake lights on going down the track?" Still ran a 13 somthing though... duh!

TNT

04-28-2003, 06:33 PM	#21
8T4SVOChick Mustang Junkie Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 82	Every car that I own is a standard. I don't think I would purchase a car that was an automatic. __________________ ~Shannon~ Asst. Editor, GirlsCanToo Event/Race Coord., Texas Rep., TeamGC2 Mustang Forum Moderator @ FordSpeed.net DFW Forum Moderator @ LoneStarStangs Visit FordCustoms!

04-28-2003, 07:41 PM	#22
Rev Registered Member Join Date: Nov 1998 Location: Houston, Tx. Posts: 3,887	C-4 Mine is a C-4 with a 2500 RPM stall convertor and a B&M shift kit. I figure it does cost me 25-30 HP compared to a stick shift though. Rev __________________ '66 Coupe, 306, 350-375 HP, C-4, 13.07 e.t., 104.8 mph, 1/4 mi. O.B.C. #2 '66 coupe

04-28-2003, 08:53 PM	#24
93blkGTfun Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Evansville, IN Posts: 98	I love my 5 speed. I looked for a mustang specifically with a 5 speed. Sometimes I go and drive for an hour or two, just to drive it. I love the control I get with a five speed. I can tell what the engine is doing and how fast i'm going just by the feel and sound of the car. Driving my 5 speed stang on a long windy road is my favorite thing to do. In fact I want to go do it right now!! __________________ "I think two drops of pee came out" http://www.homestarrunner.com

04-28-2003, 08:59 PM	#25
joe4speed He said Member...heh, heh Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Jupiter, Florida U.S.A. Posts: 3,718	I have both as well... I don't think I'd have had as much fun as I have in my Stang if it was an auto. My daily driver is an auto, an d it's a beautiful thing when I'm stuck in traffic 4 days a week. __________________ *Joe!* 1988 GT, 13.58@101mph Check out my listing! Click here! Or my website:www.joe4speed.com

04-28-2003, 09:40 PM	#26
Crazy Horse GT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Sale Creek, TN. C. S. A. Posts: 4,652	well i have my first auto in years, i like it when im highway racing, if i kick it right, it downshift's 2 gears . bye bye stick lol. __________________ 95 gt vert, lot's of stuff, it aint slow. 04 sonic blue v - six my beater 89 rs camaro iroc turbo hood, other stuff, my wifes ride 84 lx stang cammed up 289 hi po, etc 65 falcon, maybe by the year 2020. black 00gt, gone but never forgotten. R H C- member # 1 o.b.c. da prez- member # 1 if your under 40 dont ask. goodbye for now odie,r.i.p. 11-27-03

04-28-2003, 11:28 PM	#28
Sicy Stang Sizzlin' Sicilian Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: California Posts: 502	Ok so question.. I always start in D and when I get on the freeway switch to OD.. isnt that what you're supposed to do? Because once I get to like 50mph the car feels like its straining to drive but once I switch over to OD its like the car goes "ahhhhhhhhhhh". Sorry if that sounded lame..

04-29-2003, 01:49 AM	#29
Crazy Horse GT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Sale Creek, TN. C. S. A. Posts: 4,652	no, on the highway, when you feel that power let down, your actualy saving your engine & tranny, no big, i can still cruise with the big boy's in od, that's what i was talking about, if i stomp it hard enough it will downshift twice = i win , they suck . lol. __________________ 95 gt vert, lot's of stuff, it aint slow. 04 sonic blue v - six my beater 89 rs camaro iroc turbo hood, other stuff, my wifes ride 84 lx stang cammed up 289 hi po, etc 65 falcon, maybe by the year 2020. black 00gt, gone but never forgotten. R H C- member # 1 o.b.c. da prez- member # 1 if your under 40 dont ask. goodbye for now odie,r.i.p. 11-27-03

04-29-2003, 02:53 PM	#30
Shaun Barcelow Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Clarksville, MI, USA Posts: 26	Motor Trend tested my auto two tenths faster to 60 MPH than the six-speed, but then mine's not a Mustang. I don't know how the auto and stick compare in them. __________________ 1994 Pontiac Firebird Formula...yeah, I know...best 1/4 mile: 14.27

04-29-2003, 03:02 PM	#31
Sicy Stang Sizzlin' Sicilian Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: California Posts: 502	Sometimes I've noticed, when play racing off the line on the street.. I will usually beat them.. while they're taking the time to shift

04-29-2003, 11:51 PM	#33
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	Uh oh, guess I'm gonna have to post a video of some hard shifting T-5 abusing action. Skyler __________________ 2001 BMW M3 6spd 12.79@108 RIP ---- 1993 Notch w/ 98 4V 4.6 Fasttt... -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- 12.32@109 -1999 Black Cobra Coupe- JBA Shorties, Bassani Cat-X, Magnaflow 3", Pulleys, 85mm Pro-M, Ported Intake, Soild Rear w/ 4.30s, Tubular Front End, X2C arms, 13lb batt, few others.

04-29-2003, 11:56 PM	#34
Sicy Stang Sizzlin' Sicilian Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: California Posts: 502	I like to see videos

04-30-2003, 08:08 AM	#36
1969Mach1 HEY I CAN SET A NAME NOW! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 2,556	I love standard... although my Pace Car is an auto. =( My Mach 1 was a 4 speed and loved it. And I drive my dad's t-bird which is 5 speed any chance he'll let me. I standard to have so much more response. And it's always good to wave by to ricers when you down shift and gun it. -Sam. __________________ 1969 Mustang Mach 1Sold 351-4V Windsor, 4 Speed MACH 1 - Moving At The Speed Of Sound. 1979 Mustang Indianapolis 500 Pace Car For Sale - Email me for Info 302-2V, 3-Speed Auto One of 2,106 made One of 405 sent to Canada. Yes those are caution lights, and No you can't pass me when there on. Ricer Hater's Club - Member #4

04-30-2003, 05:56 PM	#37
msunickb Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 33	Just bought the car about a month ago and really wanted a stick, but just no luck. Couldn't find any in the lower MI area at all. Ended up w/auto which isn't all that bad...I smoke too so it frees a hand I guess. __________________ Nick 1995 Mustang GT Convertible

04-30-2003, 08:39 PM	#39
Mach 1 Registered Member Join Date: May 1999 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,866	AUTOMATICS RULE! If thier built right like mine, thier even better.. __________________ 2002 GT 1993 GT (SOLD) '93 Mustang GT RHC member #142

04-30-2003, 08:55 PM	#40
Topless In Texas Not broken anymore! Join Date: May 2001 Location: La Porte, TEXASS :) Posts: 1,963	I LOVE MY STICK! Man, I love my stick! I love to downshift coming up to lights, cuz the exaust rumbles so much..also, its easier to lay into it from a dead stop. But, its hell on my cigarettes...gets ashes everywhere. I try to be careful...but it aint easy. BUT...I like racing an auto at the track...its a no brainer, you dont have to think as much, having to watch the tach, watch where your going and shift at the same time. Just dont cover the break like its the clutch, I did that w/ Moms2K's at Cecil County, and shes like, "why are the brake lights on going down the track?" Still ran a 13 somthing though... duh! TNT __________________ R.I.P. my Kinde..Jan. 19,1992-Aug. 22, 2003. Shes Cruisin' doggie heaven in a Blown Verte or a GTO!!! 2005 ROUSH GT Verte SuperStallions of the Net Feature, May 2002 RICE HATERS CLUB MEMBER #38!! O.B.C #5..thank you!! I feel so priveledged!! BONE STOCK~ Hell, its a ROUSH!

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