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Oct 10, 2003 | 10:02 PM

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Originally posted by Haris
This is where automatic transmission are alot better. You dont shift as often on the stick, but you use paddles. You guys dont have paddles with 6 MT.

On the other hand, you have a torque converter, which is what makes normal automatics retarded (to me.)

I'm wondering when Mazda's gonna make us a true f-1 type gearbox. Complete with electric or hydraulic computer-controlled clutch with infinite programmability. Only then will I buy an "automatic."

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Oct 11, 2003 | 01:05 AM

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I haven't noticed this. I've adjusted my shifting hand position and grasp the shifter with my thumb pointed up. Seems to feel more comfortable now but awkward in the begining.

Oct 11, 2003 | 01:18 PM

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Originally posted by khoney
I don't grab my stick at the head... I kinda wrap my hand around the shaft and go at it that way, so the head doesn't get abused.

Waiting for the inevitable replies... :D

LMAO!! Too funny! I believe this is the wrong kind of forum for those kind of comments. :D

Oct 11, 2003 | 01:24 PM

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Originally posted by Haris
This is where automatic transmission are alot better. You dont shift as often on the stick, but you use paddles. You guys dont have paddles with 6 MT.

not in a life time, you can always change the shifter and still have more of a car, besides i have always truly believe that automatic cars are for rich, old bored grandpas that by the time they can get a real sports car, they can't shift anymore so they have to make automatic..! AND I MEAN NOT TO INSULT ANYONE HERE just a personal phylosofy

Oct 12, 2003 | 04:27 AM

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I'm 22 with a At so where does that fit with your sorry conclusion

Oct 12, 2003 | 08:52 PM

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I also have this problem a worn spot on the lower LH side of the shifter. Dealer is calling me tomorrow with replacement info.

Oct 12, 2003 | 09:27 PM

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u guys should shine your *****

Oct 12, 2003 | 11:28 PM

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u guys should shine your *****

How many times a day are you shining your ****?

...Sorry, but you knew that replys like this were comming.:p

Oct 13, 2003 | 01:03 AM

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Originally posted by Puppy1
How many times a day are you shining your ****?

...Sorry, but you knew that replys like this were comming.:p

lol its good to see some old folks have a little sense of humor

Oct 13, 2003 | 10:36 AM

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Originally posted by missinmahseven
Miataphiles lurking here may know what I mean by this..

Perhaps it is time for some voodoo.

I wonder, if enough demand arises, would Voodoo Bob make a **** for this car?

TV's miata ***** should work in the RX-8. Same thread dimensions I would think...

never had a miata, but had a TV **** in my integra

Oct 13, 2003 | 01:38 PM

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Originally posted by missinmahseven
Miataphiles lurking here may know what I mean by this..

Perhaps it is time for some voodoo.

I wonder, if enough demand arises, would Voodoo Bob make a **** for this car?
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TV's miata ***** should work in the RX-8. Same thread dimensions I would think...

never had a miata, but had a TV **** in my integra

I spoke to Voodoo Bob already about it. The Miata and RX8 share the same thread design. His partner has an RX8 too, so they were able to try the miata one. also, the FD has the same thread design too. great shift *****.

santino

Oct 13, 2003 | 04:01 PM

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Originally posted by mikeb
I'm 22 with a At so where does that fit with your sorry conclusion

i knew it as amatter of time before you said something about it.. i said i did not mean any disrispect or anything in the mater.. there are always exceptions to the rules .. who knows your motives for AT.. if it was me, i would have learned how to or save a little bit more or what ever it took, just coz i know the differences btw AT and MT street cars, besides MT are easier to modify, well more expandable.. so please don't take it personal

Oct 13, 2003 | 04:02 PM

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Originally posted by SHOWOFF
I also have this problem a worn spot on the lower LH side of the shifter. Dealer is calling me tomorrow with replacement info.

please let us know what happens ok?

Oct 13, 2003 | 04:26 PM

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damn, i gotta get me one of them VOODOO *****, great stuff.
i want that titanium ****
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Oct 13, 2003 | 04:30 PM

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i hope the next rx-7 comes with an electro-hydraulic manual w/ comp controlled clutch

as well as in 6 speed manual trim.
with an open gate or whatever you want to call it where you can see the slots for the gear position, like ferreris and lamborghinis
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Oct 13, 2003 | 04:59 PM

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with an open gate or whatever you want to call it where you can see the slots for the gear position, like ferreris and lamborghini

the gates make it more difficult to shift quickly. there was a gated shifter plate for the miata, and i was so close to getting it. but then i tested one out, and it makes shifting more difficult. but it does look damn cool.

santino

Oct 13, 2003 | 08:10 PM

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sorry then UNO

Oct 13, 2003 | 08:43 PM

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who cares if its harder, keeps people that arent good enough (@ driving) from driving it
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Oct 14, 2003 | 09:59 AM

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Originally posted by P00Man
who cares if its harder, keeps people that arent good enough (@ driving) from driving it

Not necessarily a "driver challenge" sense of the word "harder"...just means you have to manually/deliberately go over and up/down on every other shift, and can't just push it in quickly in a diagonal fashion like most cars. And I don't see why you'd want to lose any quick-shifting feel on an RX-8 or Miata, where quick and short shifting/shifting feel is a high point.

Oct 14, 2003 | 10:10 AM

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Originally posted by P00Man
who cares if its harder, keeps people that arent good enough (@ driving) from driving it

its all about the money... car makers want to make cars as sophisticated yet as user friendly as posible in order to have higher sales...

Oct 14, 2003 | 10:11 AM

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sorry then UNO

its cool ... lets try to have a more positive environment around here

Oct 14, 2003 | 10:12 AM

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Originally posted by SHOWOFF
I also have this problem a worn spot on the lower LH side of the shifter. Dealer is calling me tomorrow with replacement info.

any response yet??!?

Oct 21, 2003 | 09:04 AM

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voodoo *****

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As another member mentioned, the Miata ***** fit the RX-8 and if you check the Team Voodoo site you'll find they have TITANIUM too. I've had a black powder coated Voodoo **** on our SVT Contour for 5 years and it shows no sign of wear. Had one on the Miata too, and now I wish I'd kept the ****. Also, please notice how **** is spelled.

Oct 21, 2003 | 10:29 AM

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How about posting a PHOTO of what the worn area looks like?

Apr 13, 2004 | 05:53 PM

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My MT **** is worn out already as well. The metal piece at the top jiggles around and makes noise everytime that I drive the car (very annoying). I went to Pep Boys and looked for a replacement, but wonder about fitment?

Don't really want to take it in for warranty, because they would just give me the same piece of crap.

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