What's wrong with Automatics

[Zhead]

it seems 3 gears in the automatic tranny won't reach the 70mph. False, I reach 100mph. At that point it felt good, only a little vibration, so I have to slow it down. Think I can do 110mph, with this automatic, but I'm looking for more, more boost, want to squeak tires, want more control of the gears.

I'm gonna drive the auto for a while, make some adjustment and tunning, and then decide.

Now I'm shure nothing is wrong with the automatic Zcar. The problem is "not being confortable with what you have".

Thank's a lot Zcommunity. This site realy Rock'zzzz

[TomoHawk]

You can get a different auto trans with different gearing, if you want. You can get overdrive and a lockup torue converter. what else? The basic 3-speed auto trans wasn't meant to go 100 mph.

[mdbrandy]

My first car was a '71 240Z with an automatic. Changed it out for a 4 speed after driving it for a year. I just love the shifting. I drive my 5-speed 280Z now, and when I need more than two seats, I drive my 5-speed Camry! Only when I'm forced to do the minivan thing do I give up my shifter.

An automatic would sure be a lot more convenient around town, but who cares ! Drive what you like...

Oh, and isn't the differential a little lower geared than in the manual (3.36 vs 3.54 or something?) Also, you get to deal with the dual point distributor on the automatic. If it was originally an automatic car, of course.

[landmizzle]

Originally posted by mdbrandy

Oh, and isn't the differential a little lower geared than in the manual (3.36 vs 3.54 or something?) Also, you get to deal with the dual point distributor on the automatic. If it was originally an automatic car, of course.

Hi mdbrandy,

You're correct that the automatic equiped 240Zs came with a 3.54 rear-end versus the 3.36 in the manual. It actually works out well if you do a 5-speed swap(you do have to select your 5-speed carefully as they came in different gear ratios). You get the best of both worlds; quicker acceleration and lower rpm's at highway speeds in 5th gear.

You probably already know this but, I'll toss it out anyway.....The dual point distributor can be easily swapped out with one from the manually equiped cars. Toss in a Petronix electronic ignition and only you will know that things aren't as they appear. BTW, the Petronix will not work with the dual point distributor.

Best Regards,

Landmizzle '72 240Z

[texasz]

As far as I'm concerned why would you ruin a sports car by putting an auto tranny in it?

Just my 2 cents.

[TomoHawk]

1. Because it comes that way from the factory.

2. Because I can't drive a stick.

I wouldn't call it ruin- but if you see it that way...:mad: even some of the fastest drag cars have auto trannys. And the best street rods.

Like Proxlamus said, even the newest sports cars, race cars (rally carrs), and luxury cars (Lincoln LS) come with paddle-shifting autos.

[ChrisA]

My 72 with L28/SU's and auto tranny will power slide around any coner on dry pavement which leaves my hands on the wheel. It is most fun. Since I drive it like a wild man, I never have to worry about missing a shift or keeping the RPM in the power band. Plus for around town between stoplights its sometimes nice not to have to shift all the time.

My 73 is 4 speed though so I get the best of both worlds.

I have heard that auto trannies will get you to 60 faster than manuals also. If properly set up and working right.

My grandma never learned to drive period so I dont hold it against Tomohawk.

[TomoHawk]

I know how to drive a stick, Chris, I just can't drive and shift with the same hand at the same time. Motor vehicle law requires me to drive an auto shift car or truck.

[ChrisA]

You lost me dude. I dont want to assume you're missing a limb. Your picture doesnt tell. Didnt intend to offend, sorry if I did. I only have one test_cle if that helps:D

[TomoHawk]

Damage to my nervous system in 1989 left me with little use of my left arm. Nt enough to drive one-handed. Fortunately, I'm right-handed.

[Fun_in_my_z]

man that sucks sorry to here that.

but for this depate ill be a 4sp stick up against a auto anytime bring em on!

[gema]

I'll speak for a good percentage of the board, when I say...

I'll take whichever one makes my car get out of the garage and onto the street!