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robbie:
--- Quote ---usually start with the box in 3 and take it from there.
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except when your going downhill, or your engine braking will never kick in until you reach 40mph!!! :shock: when you're going downhill, start in 1 then see how you go ;)
3 is fine for flat or uphill although I will admit I usually lock it in 2 unless the terrain is very flat
Jake:
Is an auto box really that much better for off roading?
I've only ever driven a manual so i dont know.
Whats it like for hill descents?
I understand it would be better for centain circumstances but is it better all round?
:)
muddyweb:
--- Quote from: "Jake" ---Is an auto box really that much better for off roading?
I've only ever driven a manual so i dont know.
Whats it like for hill descents?
I understand it would be better for centain circumstances but is it better all round?
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In my experience, yes. It is better all round, and in all conditions.
You need to change your driving style slightly, but that's about all. Hill descents work OK... as mentioned, you just need to have a bit of nerve going over the top as the engine braking isn't quite as instant.
robbie:
I agree whole heartedly. Although not driven off road for too many years, I have driven a Suzuki Samurai, Suzuki Jimny, Land Rover 90 and Shogun sport (all manuals) and the Disco Auto.
By far the easiest and most controlable is the Disco.... I wouldnt change it 8)
BigA:
getting some good comment hear, and very positive for the auto. I think from all your helpful advice i am going to go for an auto.
i wont know what has hit me going from the 90, comfort, space and ease of driving, what will i do :)
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