auto or manual?

MonteC · 08-07-2010, 04:34 PM

Im debating. Now that im slowly resigning my self to fix his old Monte SS, i dont know which way to go. All SS were auto, so staying auto would be the easiest route, and of course cheaper because duh i build them all day.

Going 6spd would require holes being cut and pedals being installed and a high dollar clutch....

6spd would be fun but auto would be more cost effective and easier. 6spd might require a better rear end, but with the auto i can probably get away with the 8.5 10 bolt with the proper hardware.

Decisions, decisions....

s14.5gonewide · 08-07-2010, 04:45 PM

auto .... built tranny, trans brake proper stall... done.
my .5 cents

5/6 speeds are fun tho.

MonteC · 08-07-2010, 05:33 PM

lol, dont really need a trans brake on a stock ls1.

SLOWGREEN73 · 08-07-2010, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by MonteC

lol, dont really need a trans brake on a stock ls1.

I do.

MonteC · 08-07-2010, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by SLOWGREEN73

I do.

SLOWGREEN73 · 08-07-2010, 10:02 PM

POWERGLIDE 4 THE WIN

MonteC · 08-07-2010, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by SLOWGREEN73

POWERGLIDE 4 THE WIN

LadyInRed · 08-07-2010, 05:35 PM

I dont like autos, so you know my vote

6spd is more fun.

Except my Camaro is gonna have an auto because of ''requirement'', sooo

Matts94Z28 · 08-07-2010, 07:37 PM

Auto by far.

jmd · 08-07-2010, 07:58 PM

auto. i had a m6 in my old gto. always worried about clutches.

AverageJoe · 08-07-2010, 08:13 PM

You already have the t56, the clutch wont be that bad for your power level ~$550. If you go auto, which would be cool, then you would be looking at big money for your 4000 stall circle d converter (assuming 4l60e, which since this is gonna be a street cruiser I would assume you want OD). I'm assuming the car will have a cam, of course.

Blue Skunk · 08-07-2010, 08:46 PM

Street = Manual
Strip = Auto

If the mix of the two are equal, go auto. My $0.02 worth.

dj

05Saleen · 08-07-2010, 09:10 PM

You will win more race's with an auto.....Cheaper than buying clutches!

MonteC · 08-07-2010, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by AverageJoe

You already have the t56, the clutch wont be that bad for your power level ~$550. If you go auto, which would be cool, then you would be looking at big money for your 4000 stall circle d converter (assuming 4l60e, which since this is gonna be a street cruiser I would assume you want OD). I'm assuming the car will have a cam, of course.

Joe shut up.

MonteC · 08-07-2010, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by MonteC

Joe shut up.

Sorry Joe. Maybe i should clarify. I already have a converter, from my research it seems to be a pretty decent one. If need be i can have it rebuilt or modified for 200-300 bucks. I have the correct 4l60e cores to build. Parts wont be so bad for me because, well, you know the parts store and all.

With the six speed i still need to open it up and put bronze fork pads in it, 130 bucks, and a good clutch, id like to go ceramic not LS7, i know thats the one you quoted for price.

Either way i want to get a drive shaft made. So it comes down to ease of the project. The car is set up for auto. With the manual id need to put a hole in the fire wall and a hole in the floor board, then install pedals.

The car will probably be at the track every weekend.

Im leaning toward auto, might save the t56 for Taras car.

LadyInRed · 08-09-2010, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by MonteC

Im leaning toward auto, might save the t56 for Taras car.

As much as I LOVE a manual, unless having a T56 will reach my goals, we could always sell it. I don't want a slow car.

Or put it on there to start then swap it out when its time.

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Originally Posted by LXtasy

You like what I did there huh? You made up your mind already

I think he had it made up when he created the thread

Matts94Z28 · 08-07-2010, 09:15 PM

I can get you in touch with my transmission guy...

MonteC · 08-07-2010, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Matts94Z28

I can get you in touch with my transmission guy...

Pfft. That guy only builds transmissions for 8 second cars that get beat by scamps. F that i wanna to fast!

Matts94Z28 · 08-07-2010, 11:03 PM

Low blow! I went 7.9 @ 90 on one pass!

MonteC · 08-07-2010, 11:13 PM

lol. BTW i got the Formula seats installed in the Monte today!!!! woot! Progress!

08-07-2010, 04:34 PM	#1
MonteC Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Summerville Posts: 4,431	auto or manual? Im debating. Now that im slowly resigning my self to fix his old Monte SS, i dont know which way to go. All SS were auto, so staying auto would be the easiest route, and of course cheaper because duh i build them all day. Going 6spd would require holes being cut and pedals being installed and a high dollar clutch.... 6spd would be fun but auto would be more cost effective and easier. 6spd might require a better rear end, but with the auto i can probably get away with the 8.5 10 bolt with the proper hardware. Decisions, decisions....

08-07-2010, 04:45 PM	#2
s14.5gonewide Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: north charleston Posts: 1,657	auto .... built tranny, trans brake proper stall... done. my .5 cents 5/6 speeds are fun tho. __________________

08-07-2010, 10:02 PM	#6
SLOWGREEN73 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 282	POWERGLIDE 4 THE WIN __________________

08-07-2010, 05:35 PM	#8
LadyInRed Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Charleston Posts: 1,579	I dont like autos, so you know my vote 6spd is more fun. Except my Camaro is gonna have an auto because of ''requirement'', sooo __________________ 2011 Mustang 3.7L 6spd 2001 Ram 2500 Cummins TT 6spd 1998 Camaro Z28 LS1 6spd 1984 Camaro Z28

08-07-2010, 07:37 PM	#9
Matts94Z28 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Summerville Posts: 12,039	Auto by far. __________________ Charleston Performance Solutions 4560 Rivers Ave. N. Charleston SC 29405 843-225-1142 https://www.facebook.com/CharlestonPerformanceSolutions www.facebook.com/Selepack

08-07-2010, 05:33 PM	#3
MonteC Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Summerville Posts: 4,431	lol, dont really need a trans brake on a stock ls1.

08-07-2010, 07:58 PM	#10
jmd Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 3,177	auto. i had a m6 in my old gto. always worried about clutches. __________________ Cadillac man

08-07-2010, 08:46 PM	#12
Blue Skunk Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: LA (Ladson Area) Posts: 459	Street = Manual Strip = Auto If the mix of the two are equal, go auto. My $0.02 worth. dj

08-07-2010, 09:10 PM	#13
05Saleen Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Goose Creek, SC Posts: 3,159	You will win more race's with an auto.....Cheaper than buying clutches! __________________ 05 Saleen, 91 Mustang LX, 99 Lightning

08-07-2010, 09:15 PM	#17
Matts94Z28 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Summerville Posts: 12,039	I can get you in touch with my transmission guy... __________________ Charleston Performance Solutions 4560 Rivers Ave. N. Charleston SC 29405 843-225-1142 https://www.facebook.com/CharlestonPerformanceSolutions www.facebook.com/Selepack

08-07-2010, 11:03 PM	#19
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08-07-2010, 11:13 PM	#20
MonteC Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Summerville Posts: 4,431	lol. BTW i got the Formula seats installed in the Monte today!!!! woot! Progress! __________________ Griffin Transmission -Home of the most badassest Monte Carlo- Cell: 843-276-0554 Shop: 843-793-4607 04 RSX 06 Ridgeline 86 Monte Carlo