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n1cktdv6
 


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Manual or Auto ???

Just a quickie 8)

I am looking to get a D3 for 20k miles solo and 5k towing, what do you think. Also how does a chip affect this choice ??

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Post #14210423rd Mar 2007 1:33 pm
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Depends how you like to drive, towing is easier with an auto but I prefer a manual for road & offroad driving, a remap doesn't affect the choice, it works equally well on both  
Post #14210523rd Mar 2007 1:38 pm
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Auto every time.

But if you want the quickest speed/take off, then Manual will be slightly quicker. TFC has manual and there are arguments that Manual is 'better' for off roading (rocking to get out of a dip etc) but for most, the Auto is more than capable.
The TinTent brigade can probably provide more experienced response, but IMO the Auto will provide a smoother towing experience.

Chip will increase both by as much. Bodsys Brake Bible

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Post #14210723rd Mar 2007 1:40 pm
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Laughing Laughing Laughing  
Post #14210923rd Mar 2007 1:43 pm
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Manual when you just have to out drag a Landcruiser Amazon away from the traffic lights... (left him standing, with my missus saying WTF!)

Manual for me, cuz the wife wont' drive an auto Sad
and secondly i like to be in control - only time the wife lets me. Rolling Eyes  
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here we go again! Laughing Laughing Laughing Laughing
At least there wasn't a colour question as well Thud

to save time, here's the last Auto vs Manual 'debate Wink http://www.disco3.co.uk/forum/topic4805.html?  
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An Auto JAVA everytime!!!
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GO FOR MANUAL IT'S THE BEST AND GO FOR SILVER Banging Head  You May Think I Said What You Thought I Said But What You Thought I Said I Did Not

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We have an auto and just had a manual for the day get an auto there the muts nuts Bow down Thumbs Up especially for towing.  
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Little 5 wrote:
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If looking at a TDV6, an auto. Offroad an auto will be more robust. In heavy going (crawling) in a manual a lot of clutch slip is required.
This is from experience as I have had manuals and autos, and now will only use autos. 06 TDV6 SE with many LR and after-market extras. Used only on weekends and trips out west.
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I agree once you have had an auto off road you will never go back to a manual. This is my second auto 4wd
and they are fantastic. the only draw back is you cant tow stast it.

Rob  
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