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Old Oct 8, 2007 | 09:12 PM
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Automatics are still nic for crusing, but it great to gear jam every now and then

On the automics note, anyway itcould be paddle shifted??
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Old Oct 8, 2007 | 09:19 PM
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The clutch pedal and clutch/flywheel assembly would be refined enough to be used in an everyday driver.

The 6T70 is rated for 462 ft/lbs versus 400 ft/lbs for the 4T65.

I will be evaluating the power handling of the F40.

6 speed auto would have a manual-shift control
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Old Oct 8, 2007 | 11:19 PM
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Originally Posted by willwren
Who'* doing the PCM work?
I would assume that the automatic algorithims could be programmed ou with somthing of a power tuner. I know thats what allot of the GP guys do
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Old Oct 8, 2007 | 11:21 PM
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imo, to go threw the work of swapping a tranny, i would probably want it to be a manual
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Old Oct 9, 2007 | 12:59 AM
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How about a manual valvebody/console shifter on a 6T75? would that be do-able? Probably a lil overkill and not practical for daily driver......?

Would a manual box require using the G6 brake and clutch pedal assembly?


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Type: transverse front wheel drive, six-speed manual transaxle.

Engine Range: 3.9L
Max Gearbox Torque: 295 lb.-ft.

Weight: 124 lbs.

Applications: Pontiac G6
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Old Oct 9, 2007 | 01:01 AM
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Again, who'* going to do the pcm work?
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Old Oct 9, 2007 | 01:58 AM
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Someone good? I dunno.

The G6 with the 6T70 already has shift paddles, so I'd imagine a manual override setup wouldn't be hard to mess with.

As far as I know, the F40 would need the G6 clutch pedal assembly, though perhaps a more common assembly could be used. I'm not sure how much the master cylinder matters. Might be able to use a Cavalier or S10 master cylinder for all I know.
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Old Oct 9, 2007 | 08:53 AM
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Originally Posted by GoldenBullet
imo, to go threw the work of swapping a tranny, i would probably want it to be a manual
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Old Oct 9, 2007 | 09:57 AM
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Auto.... perfect shifts every time, never miss the gear, just put your foot in it and go.
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Old Oct 9, 2007 | 11:28 AM
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Manny is the way to go, I feel more in control with a stick, plus its fun-er

but at the same time...6-Speed Auto with the manual shift...hmm
nah its not the same as a stick, but a great idea
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