Cabal

I agree, Subaru transmissions are notchy, that's just how they're built. There are some things you can do to improve the smoothness, including a short throw shifter, harder shifter bushings, and after the transmission has broken in (some people say this doesn't happen until 10K miles, I dunno about that), switch to a synthetic gear oil like Redline. Time alone should also improve things as the transmission breaks in, but don't beat on it and don't force gears. You still shouldn't expect it to be as nice as a Honda transmission (not that many out there are), but it should move a bit better.

BigSteve

Personally, I hate the RSX type S. That tranny was way to soft. I had a hard time finding the engagement point. It felt boring, not very sporty at all. Granted its a pretty nice car but the dealer also wanted $28,900 for the thing and that was before tax/title/lisence/etc.

yellowsnow

Your friends may have more comfortable clutches......


And that can be their rally cry when you spank their asses on the track.

Akiata

Exactly. I think the WRX clutch is soft. The GC 2.5 clutch was stiffer and shorter than my WRX clutch.

I prefer to feel what my car is doing, makes it less like a video game.

And if you think the WRX clutch is stiff don't get into a porche.

Driveway

Hmmmm

I love the WRX's clutch and shifter. It feels awesome IMHO.

I've driven civics before and while they are easy to drive they're not nearly as much fun as the WRX.

I too have an '03 WRX and I have had no issues w/it so far. This is my personal favorite car I've ever driven.

o4wrxSTi

i have yet to drive a wrx. only clutch i've driven on was a '97 bmw 325is (friend's car).
anyone know how the wrx clutch compares to the bmw?

RxDi8466

I've been drivin bimmers for awhile and i have to say it is really tight compared to the bmw. (which i like) feels more controlled

dcoty

Older audi A4 clutches are stiff, the porsche clutcher arent oo bad at all in my opinion...I have an ACT clutch and that thing is really stiff, the audi feels like a marshmallow compared to it. Ive never driven a honda to compare though.

Yes, suby trannies are twitchy, its fun to see other people drive my car (not really, it makes me cringe).

I think Ill get redline synth fluid for my tranny, what kind of difference does it make?

Dan

o4wrxSTi

hehe can you clarify which clutch you like better? kinda confused

RxDi8466

hehe sry that was kinda confusing huh?

I like the rex clutch better

o4wrxSTi

cool thanks