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Old 04-05-2010, 02:45 PM   #24 (permalink)
orange4boy
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The Golden Egg - '93 Toyota Previa DX
90 day: 31.91 mpg (US)

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I think most ecomodders would not slip the TCC. It is good to know about though. I don't use mine while hard downshifting for that reason.

There is a simple way to increase the engagement pressure in a Toyota, at least, that has the kick down throttle linkage. You simply tighten the cable by moving the lock nuts. This also reduces wear on the bands.

Explained better here:The Free Mod Series - Part I Quicker Transmission Shifting

Also there is lots of info for Toyota transmission modding here:The Free Mod Series: Part VIII Manual Electronic Transmission Controller
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