jambi

hi guys, i'm having problems with shifting from 1st to 2nd gear , it seem that i always get the car to stall for 1 sec before going to 2nd gear.
i usually shift when the RPM is on 7000.

btw , its 08 5AT S version.

thanks,

aliiin

iTrader: (5)

are you using the paddle shifters?

are you constantly revving to 7k to shift? that can't be good

jambi

yep paddles
and really ? :/ i usuallly shift before it reaches the RED part.

Callaway

stall or lag? a grounding kit is supposed to help with this.

jambi

mmm it takes 1 sec to engage 2nd gear , dont know what u call that

its not that smooth anymore :/ , and whats a grounding kit??

Dimitry6

lmao Listen its not a mt there is no perf every car has a delay on the shifting with the paddle shifters and yes grounding kit should help you in some what but it doesnt mean you will get perf shifts from 1st to 2nd if u really wonna see how your car takes OF then kick it to 4k rpms and floor it 1s its at about 7.1 kick it into 2nd it will switch at 7.5 or 7.6 cuz of the delay but then you will not lag or stall you'll fly Lol if you try it out send me a pm =] let me know

Reed19x

It does it on the 5AT. That's just a typical lag with paddles. It's better, granted not by much, with the stick. It isn't as direct to the gearbox as a manual is. As far as shifting...in first on my 5AT, just average driving, i shift between 2-5 depending on traffic, conditions, road etc. Honestly, just listen to your engine. You KNOW how it is supposed to sound right before the shift. Just listen and feel, you'll figure out what's best.For spirited driving/racing at the track...between 5-7 is probably good. No need to redline just cruising around the city.

My solution is to just drive in DS mode

08ivorypearl

iTrader: (1)

put that **** in ds and let it ride.... it knows when to shift. and if ur racing from a roll do this : for example 20 roll, put it n first and when usmash the gas take it out shifting moe then put it back into ds.

Achilles

DS mode FTW!

shumby

iTrader: (3)

my car never sees D unless the wife is driving it.

aznutx

i guess im old, i have yet to go 7k rpm

but i think wut ur experiencing is just electronic lag

pfizzle

iTrader: (2)

Ricer......

solopresident

shift after it hits red line. that is great for motor lol jk

terrycs

iTrader: (37)

I wish there was a way to get the shift immediately after the paddle is hit.

WhiteG37S

should've got a 6sp, shift when it bounces of the rev limiter!!!!