What is it with people saying "6 speed"? - Page 3

stovt001 · 06-12-2009, 02:27 AM

Honestly, its bothered me too, since it kinda gives away the old fashioned mentality some people have here. 1/4 times and cubes aren't the only thing that matter in American motor sports and performance cars anymore. The Camaro has made the effort to be a thoroughly modern, global car, and succeeded with flying colors. Yet that's lost on people who don't realize how far things have come since the '70s.

FenwickHockey65 · 06-12-2009, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Vash

Because for years they didn't want to give it up.

Cost more to have more gears. When it costs more then some money goes somewhere. If the money does not go to people that sell the car then they never bother.

Car biz starts going tango uniform and they are all like "oh excrement.. we better give 6 speed".

Almost a too little too late. From a domestic industry thing.

And our trucks are still using 4 speeds...

BrianGriffin78 · 06-12-2009, 09:56 AM

The Automatic comes with 7 Speed!

CanadianRocky · 06-12-2009, 03:17 PM

In my big truck I have an 4 speed trasmission with a low gear, a hi range selector with Drive and Over Driver available in every gear.

That, of course, is why it is called an 18 speed.

And no one can remember if they are in 12th or 13th.

So we say "you are in 6th Over Drive" as opposed to 12th. It is just easier to remember.

-----

And I come from the day when cars had "Three on the Tree" , "Four on the Floor" or slushbox's.

KJS · 06-12-2009, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by CanadianRocky

In my big truck I have an 4 speed trasmission with a low gear, a hi range selector with Drive and Over Driver available in every gear.

That, of course, is why it is called an 18 speed.

And no one can remember if they are in 12th or 13th.

So we say "you are in 6th Over Drive" as opposed to 12th. It is just easier to remember.

-----

And I come from the day when cars had "Three on the Tree" , "Four on the Floor" or slushbox's.

How about Bachman Turner Overdrive?

CanadianRocky · 06-12-2009, 04:06 PM

BTO.... If you ever saw them live..... man oh man...

irocnroll · 06-12-2009, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by ItIsWhatItIs

You have to understand that these statements are not only habitual but, sometimes generational. Someone mentioned 3 on the tree. That is how I learned to drive a stick (manual). No one ever mentioned manual, it was usually I have a 4-speed. Please don't ask me about vent windows or the crank handles on the door.

Vent windows were awsome.

greenrail · 06-12-2009, 04:32 PM

To many of us in the rather large "Baby-Boomer" generation, when we say "X" - speed it refers to the vehcile being equipped with a manual.

Regardless of generation, I don't think this is something to take a whack at people for. Heck, it isn't worth the Generational Battle that would ensure.

I grew up in the "3 on the Tree era." I don't like window cranks (had too many break for various reasons over my lifetime - and the repairs weren't cheap - Prices of a Window regulator were pretty expensive)), and vent windows are a non-issue (Camaros lost them in 1968.)

Supermans · 06-12-2009, 04:42 PM

I'm sure glad I'm getting a six speed

Mr Twisty · 06-12-2009, 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CanadianRocky

In my big truck I have an 4 speed trasmission with a low gear, a hi range selector with Drive and Over Driver available in every gear.

That, of course, is why it is called an 18 speed.

And no one can remember if they are in 12th or 13th.

So we say "you are in 6th Over Drive" as opposed to 12th. It is just easier to remember.

-----

And I come from the day when cars had "Three on the Tree" , "Four on the Floor" or slushbox's.

Your 4 speed is a 12 speed...Wheres the other 6?

Don't matter what gear you're in as long as it's the right one and you know where the next one is, right?

greenrail · 06-12-2009, 04:59 PM

I still have a Schwinn with 15 speeds!

CanadianRocky · 06-12-2009, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by MisterCamaro69

Your 4 speed is a 12 speed...Wheres the other 6?

Don't matter what gear you're in as long as it's the right one and you know where the next one is, right?

No, my four speed is an 18 speed.

The next one, is right after the one your in until you get to 18, then there are no more.

Know why there will never be a 21 speed in a truck?

10 fingers and 10 toes.

I am sure the 18 speed was designed by a guy who use to work in a saw mill who lost 2 fingers.

Bewenched · 06-12-2009, 05:34 PM

Mine only has one speed.

FAST!

Hheh

CanadianRocky · 06-12-2009, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by irocnroll

Vent windows were awsome.

Before we had Air Conditioning in everything, we use to call them the 60's.

When you got up to 60 mph, you would push them all the way out to get some air in the car.

"Man it is hot, open up the 60's"

06-12-2009, 02:27 AM	#29
stovt001 Drives: 2006 Cobalt, 2004 Taurus wagon Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 3,810	Honestly, its bothered me too, since it kinda gives away the old fashioned mentality some people have here. 1/4 times and cubes aren't the only thing that matter in American motor sports and performance cars anymore. The Camaro has made the effort to be a thoroughly modern, global car, and succeeded with flying colors. Yet that's lost on people who don't realize how far things have come since the '70s. __________________ "It's kind of fun to do the impossible" - Walt Disney There's a great big beautiful tomorrow shining at the end of every day There's a great big beautiful tomorrow Just a dream away

06-12-2009, 09:56 AM	#31
BrianGriffin78 Drives: 2009 GMC Yukon Join Date: May 2009 Location: New York Posts: 920	The Automatic comes with 7 Speed! __________________

06-12-2009, 03:17 PM	#32
CanadianRocky Convertible GonnaBe 4/11 Drives: Chrysler Aspen Hybrid Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Cranbrook BC Posts: 138	In my big truck I have an 4 speed trasmission with a low gear, a hi range selector with Drive and Over Driver available in every gear. That, of course, is why it is called an 18 speed. And no one can remember if they are in 12th or 13th. So we say "you are in 6th Over Drive" as opposed to 12th. It is just easier to remember. ----- And I come from the day when cars had "Three on the Tree" , "Four on the Floor" or slushbox's. __________________

06-12-2009, 04:06 PM	#34
CanadianRocky Convertible GonnaBe 4/11 Drives: Chrysler Aspen Hybrid Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Cranbrook BC Posts: 138	BTO.... If you ever saw them live..... man oh man... __________________

06-12-2009, 04:32 PM	#36
greenrail Comic Curmudgeon Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS-2010 VW CC Sport Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Near Chicago, IL Posts: 2,392	To many of us in the rather large "Baby-Boomer" generation, when we say "X" - speed it refers to the vehcile being equipped with a manual. Regardless of generation, I don't think this is something to take a whack at people for. Heck, it isn't worth the Generational Battle that would ensure. I grew up in the "3 on the Tree era." I don't like window cranks (had too many break for various reasons over my lifetime - and the repairs weren't cheap - Prices of a Window regulator were pretty expensive)), and vent windows are a non-issue (Camaros lost them in 1968.) __________________ Member Illinois Camaro Club His Name is Rosie - "Speak Softly and Carry a Big Stick!" - If you know who said that, then you know the genesis of his name.

06-12-2009, 04:42 PM	#37
Supermans Camaro & Stang Enthusiast Drives: 2011 Mustang 5.0 in Kona Blue Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 4,729 View My Garage	I'm sure glad I'm getting a six speed __________________ Bought my Camaro from Eric Hall(817) 421-7266

06-12-2009, 04:59 PM	#39
greenrail Comic Curmudgeon Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS-2010 VW CC Sport Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Near Chicago, IL Posts: 2,392	I still have a Schwinn with 15 speeds! __________________ Member Illinois Camaro Club His Name is Rosie - "Speak Softly and Carry a Big Stick!" - If you know who said that, then you know the genesis of his name.

06-12-2009, 05:34 PM	#41
Bewenched Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 343 View My Garage	Mine only has one speed. FAST! Hheh

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