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Those with Manual Transmission...why?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by cameron172, Oct 29, 2020.

  1. Dec 7, 2022 at 11:11 AM
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    Irons

    Irons Outlaw Prospector

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    I had a manual 1986 S10, it had it.



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  2. Dec 7, 2022 at 11:12 AM
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    My first new car was an '83 Shelby Charger and that was set up to start without the pedal down.
     
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  3. Dec 7, 2022 at 11:22 AM
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    Well I'm just glad Mother Toyota allows us to shut that shit down.
     
  4. Dec 7, 2022 at 1:49 PM
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    jwctaco

    jwctaco Retired, going slow in the fast lane

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    I miss my 78 International Scout.
     
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    My 1978 Honda Civic had a clutch switch to start. So did my both my 1984 Mustang SVO's, my 1980 Chevy C20 3/4 ton pick up, my 1978 Plymouth Colt.... I guess I haven't had a vehicle old enough to not require pushing the clutch to start it up....
     
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  6. Dec 7, 2022 at 2:36 PM
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    Older vehicles (Often sub-1990) were able to be started without using the clutch.
     
  7. Dec 7, 2022 at 3:30 PM
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    Now I see why lead was banned from gasoline.
     
  8. Dec 7, 2022 at 3:50 PM
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    23Skidoo

    23Skidoo A thirsty fish

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    https://youtu.be/xvFZjo5PgG0
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  9. Dec 7, 2022 at 3:55 PM
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    bd9e83f75717f213b4e6268edf648cd2.jpg
     
  10. Dec 7, 2022 at 8:56 PM
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  11. Dec 7, 2022 at 9:07 PM
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    23Skidoo

    23Skidoo A thirsty fish

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    And now he can’t drive a standard.
     
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  12. Dec 7, 2022 at 9:08 PM
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    That’s a shot below the waist
     
  13. Dec 8, 2022 at 4:10 AM
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    23TacoSR

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    Yep, fun little car. Mine was blue/silver, the only colors they came in the first 1-1/2 years.
     
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  14. Dec 8, 2022 at 4:16 AM
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    Does that car not have a handbrake?

    Sounds like extra parts and electronics for no reason.
     
  15. Dec 8, 2022 at 6:38 AM
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    There's no extra parts or electronics. It uses the ABS pump that is already there.
     
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  16. Dec 8, 2022 at 6:46 AM
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    23TacoSR

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    For you youngins, Studebaker was the first to have the hill-holder back in thirties. Mom's '57 Silver Hawk had it and it was about the only positive thing my dad said about that car.
     
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  17. Dec 8, 2022 at 6:59 AM
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    We grew up driving all types of machines and in the 60s, 70s being able to operate standard shift was pretty much a requirement. Dirt bikes and VWs add to the list. My 55 Chevy truck was 3 on the tree, look that up. I still drive VWs but getting older changes your perspective. I want smooth now and like the continuously variable transmission like the hybrid Lexus uses. My last standard shift vehicle was 2006 X Runner 6 speed. A show and go useless machine. I like standard shift for being able to stay in the power band or used as engine braking. I am shocked at how many adults cannot operate a clutch now. Even the girls I knew can drive stick (pun intended)
     
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  18. Dec 8, 2022 at 7:51 AM
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    FishaRnekEd

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    oh, ok.
     
  19. Dec 8, 2022 at 11:50 AM
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    My only regret is not getting a manual in the tacoma.
     
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  20. Dec 8, 2022 at 7:01 PM
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    doublethebass

    doublethebass aspiring well-known member

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    Now's the time to change that... doesn't look like it'll be around for the 4th gen
     
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