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Interesting. That's what I'm feeling. On the whole, the auto trans is spastic and all over the place.I don't belive I've ever felt it kick in or out.
The 2GR FKS isn't a true atkinson cycle. The variable valve timing changes the compression to allow the engine to run more efficiently under minimal load like while idling or at cruising speed. I think the idea is you shouldn't notice it. If you accelerate the engine should kick back to Otto cycle. At least that how I understand it after reading post from orange virus tuning.
The change in power feeling could be the torque converter locking and unlocking. For example when your on the highway going up a small hill and the rpms jump by a few hundred but its not enough to be a full downshift. Thats the torque converter unlocking to make a little more umph.
Welcome to the Tacoma club.Interesting. That's what I'm feeling. On the whole, the auto trans is spastic and all over the place.
What kind of things would you notice when it kicks in?I don't belive I've ever felt it kick in or out.
The 2GR FKS isn't a true atkinson cycle. The variable valve timing changes the compression to allow the engine to run more efficiently under minimal load like while idling or at cruising speed. I think the idea is you shouldn't notice it. If you accelerate the engine should kick back to Otto cycle. At least that how I understand it after reading post from orange virus tuning.
The change in power feeling could be the torque converter locking and unlocking. For example when your on the highway going up a small hill and the rpms jump by a few hundred but its not enough to be a full downshift. Thats the torque converter unlocking to make a little more umph.
Interesting. That's what I'm feeling. On the whole, the auto trans is spastic and all over the place.
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I think I want it. I called the dealer to ask if there was a transmission update and they acted like I was from another planet.You guys need OVTune. Makes the transmission way less neurotic.
I think I want it. I called the dealer to ask if there was a transmission update and they acted like I was from another planet.
What do i need to ask for specifically? Can any shop do it?I really don't understand the dealers hesitance when it comes to upgrading the factory software. There is literally no reason to not do it other than not wanting to pay your guy to do it. It's upsetting.
If you're ever in my area I can update your software no problem. I also do OVTune installs.