Thinking of buying '13 G37 6MT. Clutch questions...
10-11-2012, 06:23 PM
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You will get used to it.
I find the clutch in my 2012 far superior to the one in my 06 G35 that I just traded in.
BTW there were only two 6 speed manuals within a 300 mile radius. One had 3800 miles which I declined. Mine came with 125 miles as it had to be driven from NY
Telcoman
I find the clutch in my 2012 far superior to the one in my 06 G35 that I just traded in.
BTW there were only two 6 speed manuals within a 300 mile radius. One had 3800 miles which I declined. Mine came with 125 miles as it had to be driven from NY
Telcoman
10-11-2012, 07:48 PM
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Yup!
171796 miles on my 06 G35 all on 87 octane. Engine ran like new when I traded it in Aug 31st
3200 miles now on my2012 G37S all on 87 octane. MPG has been 24 to 25 never heard any pinging on either vehicle or on any of the loaners that I've had over the years
Telcoman
171796 miles on my 06 G35 all on 87 octane. Engine ran like new when I traded it in Aug 31st
3200 miles now on my2012 G37S all on 87 octane. MPG has been 24 to 25 never heard any pinging on either vehicle or on any of the loaners that I've had over the years
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10-11-2012, 07:56 PM
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Almost 30 years ago, I had a modified Pontiac Trans Am that kept ripping the clutch pivot-arm welds off the firewall, so I eventually bolted it down. Then I put a stiffer return spring on the clutch pedal, matched with a Hurst Competition 4-speed shifter & linkage.
That car was was a monster to drive.
It set a precedent for how I like my MT's. And while certainly much more refined that that old muscle car, this G37 makes me happy.
That car was was a monster to drive.
It set a precedent for how I like my MT's. And while certainly much more refined that that old muscle car, this G37 makes me happy.
10-11-2012, 09:50 PM
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Almost 30 years ago, I had a modified Pontiac Trans Am that kept ripping the clutch pivot-arm welds off the firewall, so I eventually bolted it down. Then I put a stiffer return spring on the clutch pedal, matched with a Hurst Competition 4-speed shifter & linkage.
That car was was a monster to drive.
It set a precedent for how I like my MT's. And while certainly much more refined that that old muscle car, this G37 makes me happy.
That car was was a monster to drive.
It set a precedent for how I like my MT's. And while certainly much more refined that that old muscle car, this G37 makes me happy.
You would like the feel of the clutch in my 1964 Chevy pickup...
10-12-2012, 08:26 AM
#21
Onthefence, thanks for bringing this up again. I have owned an '11 6MT sedan for two years now, and I don't think I can agree with everyone when they say "you will get used to it." Sure, muscle memory does eventually make things a little better and the modifications help too, but I'm two years in with both modifications done and my current opinion of the clutch is "Eh. Its alright."
I've participated quite a bit in the two "Clutch Fix" threads on here (Fix #1 and Fix #2) and I've done both mods. Both have improved the clutch a very considerable amount, but its by no means perfect. Luckily both mods are extremely cheap, with Fix #1 giving more bang for the buck. I won't go through a laundry list of all the manual transmissions I've owned/driven, but after the modifications, the stock G37S clutch is just "OK".
One other thing that I've noticed, and is subject of some debate, is that in my opinion, I think the car shifts smoother with the traction control (VDC) off. The theory is that the traction control system gets a little over-aggressive on anything but the gentlest of shifts and causes a slight engine bog. While I have no objective evidence to support this, I can say that, to me, it feels better.
I've participated quite a bit in the two "Clutch Fix" threads on here (Fix #1 and Fix #2) and I've done both mods. Both have improved the clutch a very considerable amount, but its by no means perfect. Luckily both mods are extremely cheap, with Fix #1 giving more bang for the buck. I won't go through a laundry list of all the manual transmissions I've owned/driven, but after the modifications, the stock G37S clutch is just "OK".
One other thing that I've noticed, and is subject of some debate, is that in my opinion, I think the car shifts smoother with the traction control (VDC) off. The theory is that the traction control system gets a little over-aggressive on anything but the gentlest of shifts and causes a slight engine bog. While I have no objective evidence to support this, I can say that, to me, it feels better.
10-12-2012, 09:42 AM
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I second the RJM clutch pedal. Best couple hundred dollars I spent. Nice and smooth now. The instructions are easy to follow, but it's a pain to install due to the cramped space you're working in. I bought a new '12 sedan and I only lasted about 3 days before I ordered the pedal.
10-14-2012, 01:02 PM
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Did the helper spring delete mod this weekend. YES!!! Very happy with the results.
However, not so happy taping a couple pennies at the switch to take up the slop at the top. But then I found Jsolo's group buy thread on swapping out a weaker spring: https://www.myg37.com/forums/group-b...g-for-6mt.html
Fantastic. Time for a happy dance.
However, not so happy taping a couple pennies at the switch to take up the slop at the top. But then I found Jsolo's group buy thread on swapping out a weaker spring: https://www.myg37.com/forums/group-b...g-for-6mt.html
Fantastic. Time for a happy dance.
10-15-2012, 12:22 PM
#24
Rochester, taping the pennies is the lazy/sloppy way to do it. Dig further through the clutch fix threads in the DIY section. There's a very slick solution that can be done with furniture sliders which also results in the engagement point being adjustable to your liking.
That RJM clutch pedal does look like a slick piece of kit, but $250? Clutch mod #1 and #2 only cost me probably $10 combined.
That RJM clutch pedal does look like a slick piece of kit, but $250? Clutch mod #1 and #2 only cost me probably $10 combined.
10-15-2012, 12:28 PM
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Rochester, taping the pennies is the lazy/sloppy way to do it. Dig further through the clutch fix threads in the DIY section. There's a very slick solution that can be done with furniture sliders which also results in the engagement point being adjustable to your liking.
The pennies are a stop-gap measure (pun unintended but appropriate). The soft spring from jsolo will be here in a couple days.
Last edited by Rochester; 10-17-2012 at 12:53 PM.
10-15-2012, 07:07 PM
#26
I also drove a 02 Maxima for 8 years and got spoiled with the clutch. The G37 sedan was the natural evolution because I wanted to go back to rwd and have a manual tranny. I'm four months into my '10 G37S and was not liking the lurching and inability to drive smooth. This was not my imagination because I still have the max. I got the replacement spring from jsolo and it has made a tremendous difference. Like a few other posters expressed, our tranny is not a honda or bmw but I would not trade g for one of those.
10-17-2012, 12:53 PM
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Received the replacement spring today from Jsolo, and it went in without a hassle... because zip-ties are your friend. 
EVERY SINGLE 6MT OWNER SHOULD BE DOING THIS MOD.
EVERY SINGLE 6MT OWNER SHOULD BE DOING THIS MOD.
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