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ot so long ago, the conversation topic at a Happy Hour group I happened to be at centred on the riveting subject of gearboxes. In particular, just how much better the latest generation torque converter gear shifters is compared with the older style automated manual transmissions (AMTs). In case you are wondering, it was a gathering of motorhomers, because it's not a topic that so much gets the attention of the caravanning brigade. The short

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