[nbleak21]

I'm by no means recommending this; but I've often wondered if EOC couldn't be accomplished by using some of the similar methods I've considered for my 5spd, but on an automatic...

Using a momentary switch for FI cutoff after shifting the auto tranny in neutral, before coming to the complete stop (say 5-10mph) putting the tranny back in Drive, and release the FI cutoff switch, and the pressure from the TQ converter would (this is the part that I am unsure of) possibly spin the engine back up to Idle RPMs, then shift back to neutral while stopped (less load at idle) and then you wouldn't have to worry about using your starter all the time.

Problems I could see with this setup:
-Your CEL would most likely come on, possibly putting the ECU/TCU in a limp mode

-Hydraulic pressure differential may not be enough to spin the engine after it is cut off

-As I understand, some transmissions automatically shift into "neutral" after a certain duration of closed throttle/brake signal has been detected.

you could also try running a hardwired momentary switch from the battery to the starter solenoid to avoid cycling the key to the start position during drives. I've done this on my Acura, and it works great. just be sure to put an inline fuse close to the battery in case of a short (that part is still on my to-do list *YIKES*)