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6spd or auto?

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Old 09-18-2006 | 11:47 AM
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Default 6spd or auto?

which tranny will you be going with? I'm torn for the comfort of an auto vs the fun of a 6spd.

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Old 09-18-2006 | 04:29 PM
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I almost ordered a JK with an auto but after test driving one and after much consideration, I decided to go 6-speed.
Old 09-19-2006 | 10:43 AM
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Jeeps and Slushboxes sound like an abomination to me. Then again, 6 speeds? What they really need is 4 speeds and an overdrive unit. (^_^) And twin stick transfer cases! Yea, four levers on the floor, NOW THATS A JEEP!
Old 09-20-2006 | 02:16 PM
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I wish I ordered mine qith the manual but my wife won't agree. Always do what your wife tells you!!! So...
Old 09-20-2006 | 06:48 PM
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Originally Posted by joss097
I wish I ordered mine qith the manual but my wife won't agree. Always do what your wife tells you!!! So...
don't fret, the autos are actually really great on the trail - at least you won't be burning out any clutches or stalling at the wrong time
Old 09-21-2006 | 10:51 AM
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I second way of life here. Torque converter is better at absorbing short term abuse than clutch. Two things pushed me towards the auto this time. Sixth gear just seemed a waste, plus the stick I test drove was very resistant to going back into first.
Old 09-26-2006 | 07:00 PM
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6 speed is gonna way too much fun to turn it down!
Old 09-30-2006 | 06:20 PM
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I'll probably end up with the standard, just because it's a hoot to drive. Both have their plusses and minuses.
Old 10-04-2006 | 06:25 PM
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We've got a 5 speed in the CJ and an auto in the Rubi and all things being equal, on the trails and rocks, I'll take the automatic !! JMHO
Old 10-09-2006 | 06:58 AM
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Just like my old Rubi, its all mine. I don't have to take the van to work, yessss.



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