I donāt think the PDK surpasses the DCT in any way. In fact I think the Ford electronics are better in terms of gear selection. Mechanically they are very similar in design. Nothing about the PDK stands out in terms of design philosophy. I would also add it seems like the paddle shift is more...
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Itās not like the technician gets to work in an exquisite workshop. Itās noisy, itās probably cramped, itās hot, itās cold and there are plenty of distractions and interruptions. Doesnāt matter what brand. Some are better than others But itās rare.
I am sorry for the OPās issues...
I must have missed the engine compartment photos. I thought I looked at all of them. I used to live in S Florida so I just donāt trust anything in Miami.