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Old 01-19-2013, 02:06 AM   #24
EBMCS03
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I think I'm the only one then. I actually do not like the clutch or the transmission on the FRS. Here's my opinion on clutches and transmissions

Clutch is too light on the FRS and has no feedback at all. Clutch travel is on the short side, catch point is almost like an on off switch. I can barely tell where the engagement point is. You're suppose to be able to feel where it starts grabbing then as you release the clutch more it'll grab in a linear fashion, instead if you feel it grab then when you continue to disengage the clutch it'll make the car hop like a bunny rabbit. (i'm exaggerating to get my point across)

Transmission is too clunky. The short shifts are nice but shifts are not smooth. It does not glide in smoothly. In my Porsche it slides in very nicely yet you can feel it shift into gear

Comparing to my previous MINI Cooper S and Porsche Cayman S

Porsche has the best clutch and shifter feel I have ever driven. You really get what you pay for at 3X the cost. MINI is very good also. the clutch is lighter but has very good feedback.

BMW on the other hand I do not like. It has too much spring feel to it. feels like you're stepping into a rubber band and springs back.
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