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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 02:00 PM
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5speed and mr

Is thier a big defrence between the 5speed and mr

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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 02:14 PM
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 02:28 PM
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Yeah, one has an extra gear.
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 02:29 PM
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 02:30 PM
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The gearing is basically the same with 1-4.

Just think of the MR having an overdrive and that your interstate cruising speeds will be at a lower rpm which will help with exhaust drone if you upgrade. Something like 700rmp lower in 6th vs the 5sp I believe.

Oh, and the 6sp is heavier.
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 02:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Rnm
Yeah, one has an extra gear.
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 02:51 PM
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Heh the MR is got alot more than you think
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 02:55 PM
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1st gear is shorter. 2.9 (6speed) vs 2.75

The 6th gear isn't that much taller than the GSR/RS 5th gear. The final drive is smaller on the 6speed. I'mdoin about 3k at 70mph in 6th.

But my MR badge below the shifter sure adds a few to the wheels!
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 03:07 PM
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MR package:

-HID Headlights
-6-speed transmission
-17" BBS forged wheels
-Aero package includes the front ZERO lift kit, rear VORTEX generator
-BOOST gauge kit
-Other interior pieces includes the MR floormats, carbon fiber e-brake handle, aluminum MR shift knob....
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by WICKed'N'EVO
MR package:

-HID Headlights
-6-speed transmission
-17" BBS forged wheels
-Aero package includes the front ZERO lift kit, rear VORTEX generator
-BOOST gauge kit
-Other interior pieces includes the MR floormats, carbon fiber e-brake handle, aluminum MR shift knob....
+ Bilsteins
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 05:05 PM
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+ Bilsteins
+ aluminum roof (also on RS)
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 10:07 PM
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+ wicker bill...
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