Stick vs Auto - Page 2

Nick Heath · 10-08-2021, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by rboyle

I guess my question is not clear. Basically looking at same combo is the 4 speed faster than .15 over the auto? Liberty vs Metric 200 both well prepped. Not asking which is more manly or even more consistent. Maybe which brand of 4 speed manufacture is preferred too?

Hi Rich,

I think this question is tough because I can't think of many guys who have switched from auto to stick. The examples I can think of aren't totally relevant (LS1s and SS/AH Hemis). Randy Mans's LS1 went from fast to rocket ship after the switch - maybe Mike Mans can chime in with what they learned.

For whatever it's worth - I think your combo would be awesome with a clutch pedal!

Steve Stasko · 10-08-2021, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Mark Yacavone

Also no secret that stick cars require more drive line maintenance. Some folks are unwilling or not motivated to do that work.

And there's the bottom line at the end of the day...

james schaechter · 10-08-2021, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve Stasko

And there's the bottom line at the end of the day...

They are not nearly as bad now as they were 10-15 or more years ago. Good axles shocks and driveshaft. Clutches are way soft compared to what had been run in years past.

I see plenty of auto guys on their backs under their cars so I think maintenance is just part of racing