I'm currently around 5 hours into the learning process at the moment, just got back from another lesson (doing it with a hangover is not much fun, headache galore).
If you do I would love to know - do you 'think' about what you're doing, in the sense of are you constantly thinking about where your hands are and what you're going to do next or do you just start things now naturally.
I'm starting to get on top of things without worrying so much as to what I'm going to do next, I still find idiots and/or stuck up people on the road a huge pain in the arse *cough* trucks *cough*.
Aside from that my only other annoyance is stalling, I'm certainly getting more used to the clutch now than I was when I first started (Put it this way, ever seen a 3 ton metal flee jump up and down on the spot? Tis' a lot like that), during my hour today I only managed to stall it once - and that was in second gear after slowing a little too much for a speed bump.
A fair way to go, learning the highway code, managing 4th and 5th gear and I still haven't got stuck behind a tractor yet, which I hear is a large part of the initiation ceremony. Wish me luck!
Do you drive?
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09-16-2012, 02:06 PMDistelloDo you drive?
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09-16-2012, 02:25 PMOGbyDesign
This was weird for me. I live in florida and I got my learners permit to drive on monday. Just turned 15. Here there are no practices (stupid I know) but so far so good. I've driven a lot already and seem to be doing well, but I'm sure that driving automatic like me is easier. Getting caught behind tractors isn't an issue here lol, but there are some senior citizens who seem to not be able to see over the wheel, and that reflects in their driving. I haven't killed anyone yet, it seems to just be 99% practice and staying aware though
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09-16-2012, 02:39 PMschizophrenic
In my country we can only drive when we are at least 18, so yeah, I'm driving too, with Wolkswagen Golf, manual.
Next lesson I have tomarrow and in thursday i have an exam, where I will be driving around the city and other stuff.
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09-16-2012, 03:30 PMApathy
I drive... all the bitches crazy.. :cool:
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09-16-2012, 03:33 PMBuBBlez
Had my driver's license since I was 16. I'm 21 now....Currently I drive a 2007 Cobalt SS/SC
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09-16-2012, 04:08 PMWolvy
Im normally jammin' when i drive or have something else on my mind. I'm a fairly polite driver though, if I see a shit ton of people behindme I'll let people in etc. You catch on to things fairly quick, but you'll do lots of stupid things first.
--Oh, and if "needs a bit of work" means mechanical and not rust I'll probably get it and use parts from my other one to create a sexier one (Well my dad will I'll sit there while he explains things basically)
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09-16-2012, 04:22 PMBuBBlezNice ride, but damn those kilometres are just too much. I'd consider something else.Quote:
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09-16-2012, 04:35 PMshiv96
Yep.
A 2001 Chevy Venure.
Dun hate brah/
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09-16-2012, 04:37 PMDistelloDo automatics still have the clutch though? I always thought it was just the gearbox that was auto.Quote:
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09-16-2012, 04:40 PMshiv96The clutch is automated, so there is no pedal. Power gets sent through a bunch of torque converters so the wheels move.Quote:
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09-16-2012, 05:06 PMDistelloO_o God damn I could do with that now, saves spending ages learning the clutch and gearbox on a manual.Quote:
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09-16-2012, 05:07 PMOGbyDesign
They're quite a bit easier to drive. Just gas, brake, and steering.
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09-16-2012, 05:16 PMDistelloDo they not cost an exceptional amount more if you ever go to replace the gearbox though?Quote:
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09-16-2012, 05:35 PMApathy
Automatics are for pussies. lool
Anyway, the transmissions are only a little more expensive, but they usually last longer than a manual since all the gear changes are smooth and at the right rpm since its all automatic lol. -
09-16-2012, 05:55 PMDistelloTbh I wouldn't mind passing the manual test and just buying an auto. As far as I know passing the manual test allows you to also drive an automatic.Quote:
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09-16-2012, 06:53 PMMadhatter
I'm from FL, like OGbyDesign, and didn't have to put time into getting my permit back in the day, just took the test and on the road i went.
to answer your question, no i don't worry aboutwhat i'm doing next. Been driving since i was 14 (just down the street and stuff like that) so that's ~10yrs, it just becomes 2nd nature. I have been in accident(s) but only 1 was my fault and it was a tiny tap, and no tickts (knocks on wood!)
Just be mindful of other people and hopefully your car driving goes as well as mine has.
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09-16-2012, 07:36 PMWolvynahh Im more concerned about what the kms were used for, which is what we'll find out when we go to look at it. I mean I would drive back and forth and hour everyday, driven across canada etc. that racks up the usage but isnt too hurtful.Quote:
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09-16-2012, 08:39 PMshiv96Automatics are a bit more than manual, about 1000 to 2000 US. Replacement is reasonable if you find the right mechanic. Do not go to the dealer, they will rip you off.Quote:
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Automatic is definitely not for pussies. As a guy who knows how to drive both manual and auto, I would choose Auto as a everyday driver. If I'm storming down a B Road then I would want a Manual, but if im sitting in traffic, I dont want to be rowing through 5 gears just to move.Quote:
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09-17-2012, 04:58 AMApathyAnd that's why you're a pussy, haha. I always just used to throw it into neutral before coming to a stop, like a baws. You're not supposed to because blah blah safety you might need to move in a hurry so it should always stay in gear, but fuck that I'm not gonna hold the clutch in all day because of traffic lol. I'll give that shit 15-20sec tops, ha. As for gears, highly doubt you're gonna make it outta 2nd-3rd if you're in heavy traffic.Quote:
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I still prefer a manual to auto, the only prob I had with manual is when I would buy a fountain drink and didn't have cup holders to hold it so I had to switch the drink to my left hand while shifting, temporarily taking both hands off the wheel, then quickly switch the drink back to my right hand after each shift, lol. That's how the pros do it shiv, take notes, lololol -
09-17-2012, 06:41 AMDistello
I've only ever been in an auto once before, both have their advantages and disadvantages I guess. The disadvantage of an auto, ignoring the cost of repairs is that its generally slower to make up its mind. If I'm moseying along and some fag pulls out of nowhere I'd much prefer to have that control of switching down a few gears without waiting for it to make up its mind.
Gears are a huge pain though xD At the moment I'm doing fairly well with them but still a bit slow off the mark when switching (around 4-5 seconds) leaving the car on the clutch giving it no control.
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09-17-2012, 12:00 PMshiv96This is just a gigantic pissing contest.Quote:
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BRO 1: HEY BRO CHECK OUT MY NEW CAR ITS MANUAL!
BRO 2: ZOMG BRO YOU SO COOL WITH YOUR MANUAL YOU CAN SHIFT GEARS ZOMG!!!!
BRO 1: I KNOW RIGHT BRO. THOSE FAGS DRIVING AN AUTO ARENT REAL DRIVERS!!!
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09-17-2012, 01:06 PMApathyFixed.Quote:
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09-17-2012, 01:37 PMshiv96Touche Sir. Touche.Quote:
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09-17-2012, 01:45 PMDistello
Shit's about to go down.
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09-17-2012, 01:52 PMApathyhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7R6_Chr2vroQuote:
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09-17-2012, 02:40 PMWolvy
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09-17-2012, 03:06 PMfaru
i just got my license 2 months ago :) , and i agree with apathy <3
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09-17-2012, 04:10 PMshiv96
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09-17-2012, 04:26 PMApathyhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ugq95OZq8AkQuote:
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