Are most 2 doors manual transmission?

[RBF 1401]

It is definitely a personal preference.

I don't subscribe to the "manly man" thing you mention. For me (also have ADHD), I prefer manual to remain in control and retain a higher level of trust in myself to shift better than rely on computer to decide what's best. Historically, manuals have been reliable throughout history. That doesn't seem to be the general consensus on here, but then again, forums are used by single serving tourists to talk about their issue and never post again. Manuals are also more fun to some, and some like to hold the fact that they drive a stick as a bragging right. Having the option is more of a luxury now. For example, my 2023 Integra cost the same as an automatic, there was no discount, and was found only on the highest trim. Therefore making the manual an "upcharge" item. Why would that be? Because Honda/Acura knew that purists exist and would fork over the extra dough just to get a 6MT. To each their own, but having the option pulls in buyers of other brands that would never sit behind the wheel of an off-road automatic. It would be wise to always have the option if similar vehicles from other manufacturers offer them.

Running through the gears on any MT is not a macho or manly thing.

Driving a MT is a Zen thing.

A MT makes you attuned to your vehicle, your driving skills and focused on the road ahead.

Driving any MT makes a Driver THINK!

You become one with your Bronco, Jeep or Sports Car when without taking your eyes off the track, trail or road you’re hitting all your gears and shift points without watching your tach and speed. Just relying on sound and feel.

Driving with all Five of your Senses is invigorating to say the least.

Like I said, it can become very Zen

This stuff.

1.) It's way too easy for an ADHD brain to start thinking about something else when and if the driving is too passive. On long trips, I always volunteer for the scary mountain roads and the crazy big-city traffic because it is challenging and never boring. The MT adds a level of engagement that is missing in an AT. My only other option to make it exciting enough to stay engaged would be to drive too fast.

2.) And, yes, definitely the Zen thing. The machine and I are developing a very personal relationship. I listen to her heart spinning to decide what she wants and she tries to figure out what I want. I have had lots of automatics and lots of manuals, and the manuals are the ones that feel more like trusty companions rather than just a mechanized box I sit in to and from work.

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[BroncoAZ]

Mine is a 2 door manual, it’s what I wanted from the reveal and first day reservation. I couldn’t get a Mansquatch in 2021, and I didn’t want an auto, so the Badlands High package got me everything I wanted. The 2.3L has plenty of power when paired with the 4.7 gears and 34” tires.

If I were doing hardcore rock crawling I might want the auto, the features in the ones at Off Rodeo were very nice on the trails.

 

[Combustion_King]

I went with the auto 2.7l, last stick car I had (12' VW GLI, APR tuned) my wife couldn't drive it(well) and was pissy about it more than not, due to me taking her car to tow my toys and leave her mine. so this time around.... auto it is, the 2 doors was already a face.

Sorry Hun- Broncos only come in 2D

 

[MannyG20]

How many pages is the Grinding Chinese Transmission thread at now?

Well, if you exclude all the posts from the now banned @iblackrose and @bustedbronco (I think that was their handles) the thread is actually pretty manageable.

 

[Thingfish]

I love the m/t in my Bronco, it's a blast to drive. The only thing I don't like, and it's not Bronco's fault, is driving in stop and go traffic. That said, I don't mind it so much that I'd consider an A/T in the Bronco. It's just so much fun to drive and the turbo's make it that much more fun. It blow's my wifes Wrangler with m/t out of the water.

i’ve heard you can use the crawl gear in traffic and it won’t stall, just ride the brake like an auto. Sadly don’t have an MT to test this, but might solve your issue.

 

[RBF 1401]

i’ve heard you can use the crawl gear in traffic and it won’t stall, just ride the brake like an auto. Sadly don’t have an MT to test this, but might solve your issue.

You can.

My kid dubbed it: "Chick-fil-A drive-thru gear."

 

[Scott R Nelson]

I think that most manual transmission are found on 2 door Broncos but what percentage of two door owners choose manual?

Didn't read all of the other responses first...

I didn't get a choice on mine. If I wanted Sasquatch I had to order an automatic. After living with it for a year and a half, I think it's better off road with the automatic, even though I prefer to shift for myself in general.

 

[Thingfish]

You can.

My kid dubbed it: "Chick-fil-A drive-thru gear."

Now I want it even moar!!!

 

[Ogre]

Got a link to the fix?

https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/thre...aping-noise-grinding-sound.33282/post-1950357

This is the updated TSB that includes 2023's and the updated parts.

 

[Blackcat]

i’ve heard you can use the crawl gear in traffic and it won’t stall, just ride the brake like an auto. Sadly don’t have an MT to test this, but might solve your issue.

Yeah, I've tried it with some success. Only problem is that crawl gear is literally a crawl and the traffic that I encounter is stop and go, so I'd be holding up some impatient folks if I committed to crawl....

 

[Thingfish]

Yeah, I've tried it with some success. Only problem is that crawl gear is literally a crawl and the traffic that I encounter is stop and go, so I'd be holding up some impatient folks if I committed to crawl....

Yeah I suppose it applies best to the real creeping inch by inch slog traffic I’d run into in Los Angeles commutes.

Maybe the secret is to leave it in crawl and just climb over all the cars in front. That way you keep getting ahead?

 

[johntesi]

If you want a truly shocking look at what's out there, filter cars.com or autotrader by 2-door, Badlands, manual transmission. New or used, they're arguably harder to find than Ferraris!

 

[AZ_Liberty]

The only thing that would be better than a manual, would be if we also had a manual transfer case. I'd even take old-school manually locking hubs

 

[RBF 1401]

The only thing that would be better than a manual, would be if we also had a manual transfer case. I'd even take old-school manually locking hubs

The first time I put it in 4L, I hit that teeny tiny button and I could hear and feel the machine adjusting itself. Partly I thought it was cool, but it still felt WRONG. It shouldn't be that easy.

 

[Bikeric]

The only thing that would be better than a manual, would be if we also had a manual transfer case. I'd even take old-school manually locking hubs

Manual transfer case: Yes please.
Manual hubs: No thank you.
Manual locking hubs still get power from the diff, and if it's an open style you will still need an e-locker or ARB air. They do improve your gas mileage though.

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