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Old Jul 14, 2009 | 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted by DEATH ZEPPELIN
why so many drag cars with auto?
We're talking about road racing, where drivers downshift.
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Old Jul 14, 2009 | 11:17 PM
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yeah, i was just trying to stir the pot.
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Old Jul 15, 2009 | 06:20 AM
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Manual is more fun to drive

but not in traffic
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Old Jul 15, 2009 | 03:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Gorky_Park
but not in traffic

Lotsa people say that. I never knew what the big deal was. You put it in gear, roll forward then slip it into neutral. I don't have any problem with a stick in traffic.
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Old Jul 15, 2009 | 03:10 PM
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maybe just weak legs?
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