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Automatic any good??

Discussion in '4 Cylinder' started by Fr3eWill, May 15, 2009.

  1. May 15, 2009 at 2:30 PM
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    Fr3eWill

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    i decided to mod my truck after couple years i got it. should i add anything for my truck since its automatic.:confused:
     
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  2. May 15, 2009 at 3:57 PM
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    JDCPA

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    Yes.
     
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  3. May 15, 2009 at 4:01 PM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    The Auto has a higher power handleing rateing than the manual....you should be fine.
     
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  4. May 15, 2009 at 8:22 PM
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    What if i decided to add new headers and exhaust and other stuff... would that be a good thing or be a waste and get a manual they do the mods..I just dont want waste all my money because i have a automatic.
     
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  5. May 15, 2009 at 9:12 PM
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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    Dont worry about it. The 5 speed auto has been behind the 4.7 V8 in the 4 runner for years. Its one of the strongest autos Toyota has made.
     
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  6. May 16, 2009 at 9:26 AM
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    my truck is a 2.7L, 2 wheel drive. think its still a good idea even its a automatic truck?
     
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  7. May 16, 2009 at 9:27 AM
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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    I didnt realize it was the 2.7, sorry......Yes, the auto behind that motor is plenty strong for just about anything you throw at it.
     
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  8. May 30, 2009 at 3:17 PM
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    Yep, you can still get a rockin sound from an automatic. :D
     
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