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  1. #1 modding an automatic? 
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    I'm driving an 04 GT auto. i dont wanna win drag races at the strip but i want to go fast, can i upgrade my car or will you guys laugh at me for wanting to mod an auto? if so is an 04 manual tranny a direct swap. like does it fit my engine and etc...
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    wtf? All grand prixs are automatics dude.

    read my safely modding your 3800 thread in the general tech section.
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    well geez. i kinda feel dumb now... lol i thought you couldn't put turbo's on auto's... well that makes me feel alot better. swaps are pricey
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    automatics are more consistent and usually end up being faster.

    you want a manual if you get bored easily when driving or if you do road racing so that you can stay in gears longer and downshift before corners.
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