A6 is a double edge sward!! Mis my stick!!
12-10-2011, 06:24 AM
#41
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Are you sure? I didn't think the diabllos tuned the transmission. I could be wrong though. I had a diablo tune for about a week and wasn't happy with it. I then went with a Vette dr.s tune and the car felt completely different including the shifting on the A6 trans.
12-10-2011, 07:04 AM
#42
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The paddles are always on the exact same location on the wheel and if your hands are where they belong you will be able to shift instantly - up or down.
When one is rowing a manual - something I've been doing for 56 years - one hand is off the steering wheel.
But, again, if your hands are in the correct driving position a paddle will always be there for you to shift.
When one is rowing a manual - something I've been doing for 56 years - one hand is off the steering wheel.
But, again, if your hands are in the correct driving position a paddle will always be there for you to shift.
12-10-2011, 09:21 AM
#44
Drifting
my 09 A6 is fine.For the first 3000 miles it was a little sluggish and had some hesitation, etc etc.
But after that and now with 12000 miles on it, I don't see the problem either.
I agree it's not a race ready Auto, and sure a Tune would improve it a lot.
But I don't have any hesitation up shifting or down shifting unless going really really slow.
Accelerating under heavy throttle the shifts are instant.
And when getting off a highway at 80 and downshifting before taking exits, the downshifts are instant also
12-10-2011, 09:31 AM
#45
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I'm a control type guy hence all manual transmissions in my personnel car's since 1963 except for 2003 M3 paddle shifter. Wife's car is a auto (2008) and is first one in family other than the M3 in 34 years of marriage.
12-10-2011, 09:45 AM
#46
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The paddles are always on the exact same location on the wheel and if your hands are where they belong you will be able to shift instantly - up or down.
When one is rowing a manual - something I've been doing for 56 years - one hand is off the steering wheel.
But, again, if your hands are in the correct driving position a paddle will always be there for you to shift.
When one is rowing a manual - something I've been doing for 56 years - one hand is off the steering wheel.
But, again, if your hands are in the correct driving position a paddle will always be there for you to shift.
12-10-2011, 11:36 AM
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my 09 A6 is fine.For the first 3000 miles it was a little sluggish and had some hesitation, etc etc.
But after that and now with 12000 miles on it, I don't see the problem either.
I agree it's not a race ready Auto, and sure a Tune would improve it a lot.
But I don't have any hesitation up shifting or down shifting unless going really really slow.
Accelerating under heavy throttle the shifts are instant.
And when getting off a highway at 80 and downshifting before taking exits, the downshifts are instant also
The paddles in the C6 are very slow to respond, but once they do, the shifts are very quick.
12-10-2011, 04:54 PM
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I'm sure you know there's also a big difference in paddle response depending on build year.
With my 09, the more throttle applied, the less time there is between the time you hit the paddle and the trans actually shifts.
And even at that, there's not enough lag to complain about considering it's not a real race trans, which I agree it isn't.
But with anything close to or at full throttle, there's hardly a noticeable lag worth mentioning using the paddles.
Without paddles active, at full throttle, the shifts are "instant" from one gear to the next.
As the OP stated, he's not having a problem at full throttle, but does seem to have something wrong around town which some of us with the A6 don't have.
Anyone having driven the A6 for any length of time knows the amount of throttle governs how long within reason, the trans will hold a gear before it shifts.
The OP feels his shifts from 1st to 2nd too soon making a turn
No offenses to anyone but, let's be realistic, if 1st was any shorter/lower, it would shift before even making the turn.
Only way to not have it shift that soon is Tune it, use the paddles or get heavy on the throttle.
I personally don't get heavy on the throttle making a turn out of 1st unless I want to be looking out my side window
I agree the A6 is not perfect for everyone's taste the way it's setup, but the A6 trans itself is far from being Junk like some claim.
IMO, too many expect the A6 to do something it's not setup to do from the Factory without Tuning it
Other alternatives could be to buy a Ferrari or get a M6
12-10-2011, 06:23 PM
#49
Le Mans Master
Think about this! It's only a matter of time before the programming and technology produce an invincible trans! Look at Porsche, Ferrari and even VW. I like my A6 and it runs great. Cannot wait for the next upgrade! 
12-10-2011, 06:26 PM
#50
Drifting
You're right, but some of us are not experiencing the drastic lag/hesitation some others are complaining about.
I'm sure you know there's also a big difference in paddle response depending on build year.
With my 09, the more throttle applied, the less time there is between the time you hit the paddle and the trans actually shifts.
And even at that, there's not enough lag to complain about considering it's not a real race trans, which I agree it isn't.
But with anything close to or at full throttle, there's hardly a noticeable lag worth mentioning using the paddles.
Without paddles active, at full throttle, the shifts are "instant" from one gear to the next.
As the OP stated, he's not having a problem at full throttle, but does seem to have something wrong around town which some of us with the A6 don't have.
Anyone having driven the A6 for any length of time knows the amount of throttle governs how long within reason, the trans will hold a gear before it shifts.
The OP feels his shifts from 1st to 2nd too soon making a turn
No offenses to anyone but, let's be realistic, if 1st was any shorter/lower, it would shift before even making the turn.
Only way to not have it shift that soon is Tune it, use the paddles or get heavy on the throttle.
I personally don't get heavy on the throttle making a turn out of 1st unless I want to be looking out my side window
I agree the A6 is not perfect for everyone's taste the way it's setup, but the A6 trans itself is far from being Junk like some claim.
IMO, too many expect the A6 to do something it's not setup to do from the Factory without Tuning it
Other alternatives could be to buy a Ferrari or get a M6
I'm sure you know there's also a big difference in paddle response depending on build year.
With my 09, the more throttle applied, the less time there is between the time you hit the paddle and the trans actually shifts.
And even at that, there's not enough lag to complain about considering it's not a real race trans, which I agree it isn't.
But with anything close to or at full throttle, there's hardly a noticeable lag worth mentioning using the paddles.
Without paddles active, at full throttle, the shifts are "instant" from one gear to the next.
As the OP stated, he's not having a problem at full throttle, but does seem to have something wrong around town which some of us with the A6 don't have.
Anyone having driven the A6 for any length of time knows the amount of throttle governs how long within reason, the trans will hold a gear before it shifts.
The OP feels his shifts from 1st to 2nd too soon making a turn
No offenses to anyone but, let's be realistic, if 1st was any shorter/lower, it would shift before even making the turn.
Only way to not have it shift that soon is Tune it, use the paddles or get heavy on the throttle.
I personally don't get heavy on the throttle making a turn out of 1st unless I want to be looking out my side window
I agree the A6 is not perfect for everyone's taste the way it's setup, but the A6 trans itself is far from being Junk like some claim.
IMO, too many expect the A6 to do something it's not setup to do from the Factory without Tuning it
Other alternatives could be to buy a Ferrari or get a M6
12-10-2011, 06:35 PM
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Something for the uninformed to watch. Notice where the paddles are and how well they respond. It does however take time to get used to. As noted in past threads younger guys adapt to the paddles much quicker since they use their fingers (thumbs) to text and play video games. Some (note some) older guys that are set in their ways find the paddles much more difficult to use and therfore tend to bash them.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8fDTp-7sKE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8fDTp-7sKE
12-10-2011, 06:39 PM
#53
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I have no problem with the paddles...and I'm one old fart! 
However, in time these trannys adapt to your driving. Plus, there are lots of folks who tune them and the cars run like a rocket! I percieve that Chevrolet will come out with a dual clutch 7 speed auto stick.... mark my words. 
However, I cannot afford a new one... boo whoo!
However, in time these trannys adapt to your driving. Plus, there are lots of folks who tune them and the cars run like a rocket! I percieve that Chevrolet will come out with a dual clutch 7 speed auto stick.... mark my words. However, I cannot afford a new one... boo whoo!
12-10-2011, 06:42 PM
#54
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Something for the uninformed to watch. Notice where the paddles are and how well they respond. It does however take time to get used to. As noted in past threads younger guys adapt to the paddles much quicker since they use their fingers (thumbs) to text and play video games. Some (note some) older guys that are set in their ways find the paddles much more difficult to use and therfore tend to bash them.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8fDTp-7sKE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8fDTp-7sKE
12-10-2011, 07:21 PM
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(owner 1) My auto shifts way to slow
(owner 2) My auto shifts lightening fast!
(owner 3) You've obviously never driven real manu-matic paddel shift
(owner 4) No...you just don't know how to use the very sophisticated paddle shifter
(owner 2) Look at this video..it proves everything
This is very entertaining stuff!
(owner 2) My auto shifts lightening fast!
(owner 3) You've obviously never driven real manu-matic paddel shift
(owner 4) No...you just don't know how to use the very sophisticated paddle shifter
(owner 2) Look at this video..it proves everything
This is very entertaining stuff!
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12-10-2011, 07:25 PM
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(owner 1) My auto shifts way to slow
(owner 2) My auto shifts lightening fast!
(owner 3) You've obviously never driven real manu-matic paddel shift
(owner 4) No...you just don't know how to use the very sophisticated paddle shifter
(owner 2) Look at this video..it proves everything
This is very entertaining stuff!
(owner 2) My auto shifts lightening fast!
(owner 3) You've obviously never driven real manu-matic paddel shift
(owner 4) No...you just don't know how to use the very sophisticated paddle shifter
(owner 2) Look at this video..it proves everything
This is very entertaining stuff!
One note. The video was in part for those that are obviously unaware of where the paddles are even located.
12-11-2011, 10:24 AM
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12-11-2011, 10:47 AM
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You're right, but some of us are not experiencing the drastic lag/hesitation some others are complaining about.
I'm sure you know there's also a big difference in paddle response depending on build year.
With my 09, the more throttle applied, the less time there is between the time you hit the paddle and the trans actually shifts.
And even at that, there's not enough lag to complain about considering it's not a real race trans, which I agree it isn't.
But with anything close to or at full throttle, there's hardly a noticeable lag worth mentioning using the paddles.
Without paddles active, at full throttle, the shifts are "instant" from one gear to the next.
As the OP stated, he's not having a problem at full throttle, but does seem to have something wrong around town which some of us with the A6 don't have.
Anyone having driven the A6 for any length of time knows the amount of throttle governs how long within reason, the trans will hold a gear before it shifts.
The OP feels his shifts from 1st to 2nd too soon making a turn
No offenses to anyone but, let's be realistic, if 1st was any shorter/lower, it would shift before even making the turn.
Only way to not have it shift that soon is Tune it, use the paddles or get heavy on the throttle.
I personally don't get heavy on the throttle making a turn out of 1st unless I want to be looking out my side window
I agree the A6 is not perfect for everyone's taste the way it's setup, but the A6 trans itself is far from being Junk like some claim.
IMO, too many expect the A6 to do something it's not setup to do from the Factory without Tuning it
Other alternatives could be to buy a Ferrari or get a M6
I'm sure you know there's also a big difference in paddle response depending on build year.
With my 09, the more throttle applied, the less time there is between the time you hit the paddle and the trans actually shifts.
And even at that, there's not enough lag to complain about considering it's not a real race trans, which I agree it isn't.
But with anything close to or at full throttle, there's hardly a noticeable lag worth mentioning using the paddles.
Without paddles active, at full throttle, the shifts are "instant" from one gear to the next.
As the OP stated, he's not having a problem at full throttle, but does seem to have something wrong around town which some of us with the A6 don't have.
Anyone having driven the A6 for any length of time knows the amount of throttle governs how long within reason, the trans will hold a gear before it shifts.
The OP feels his shifts from 1st to 2nd too soon making a turn
No offenses to anyone but, let's be realistic, if 1st was any shorter/lower, it would shift before even making the turn.
Only way to not have it shift that soon is Tune it, use the paddles or get heavy on the throttle.
I personally don't get heavy on the throttle making a turn out of 1st unless I want to be looking out my side window
I agree the A6 is not perfect for everyone's taste the way it's setup, but the A6 trans itself is far from being Junk like some claim.
IMO, too many expect the A6 to do something it's not setup to do from the Factory without Tuning it
Other alternatives could be to buy a Ferrari or get a M6