anyone actually use the ect button?

90-3vzeslug · 11-05-2009, 07:20 AM

In playing with my truck i realized it had an ect button. I know it just holds revs longer and is a lil quicker to downshift.

Is there any other reason/ benefit of using it? also anyone played with it and have an idea of mpg diff?

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88toyblackjack · 11-05-2009, 10:12 AM

I have to use mine quite frequently, as my tired 3.0 has at least a stuck valve or two, missing or worn valve guides, possibly some busted rings, and a host of other issues. Pushing the ect button allows me to maintain at least 50mph on a hill, or to be able to pass the "blue hair" in front of me that is only doing 53mph, and brakes everytime an oncoming car passes!

90-3vzeslug · 11-05-2009, 10:38 AM

haha! Good call! my 3.0 is running pretty good (knock on wood) but it is nice to have a few extra rpm on hand for situations like that.

bigt · 11-05-2009, 03:03 PM

only when towing i use it in my diesel..
mpgs go down

Adam F · 11-05-2009, 08:33 PM

I use it for drifting

camo31"10.50" · 11-05-2009, 08:39 PM

3vz slug......do you have hood scoops on your runner...

if so..post the pics dude..post the pics..LMAO

and Adam...the ONLY way you can drift in a 4runner is if ya have a big ol nasty V8 under the hood...OH HEY LOOK YOU DO!!!!

lmao

90-3vzeslug · 11-07-2009, 07:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camo31"10.50"

3vz slug......do you have hood scoops on your runner...

if so..post the pics dude..post the pics..LMAO

and Adam...the ONLY way you can drift in a 4runner is if ya have a big ol nasty V8 under the hood...OH HEY LOOK YOU DO!!!!

lmao

No hood scoops only extremely dirty lebra!

11-05-2009, 10:12 AM	#2 (permalink)
88toyblackjack Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Home is Mathis, Texas, for now Posts: 15	I have to use mine quite frequently, as my tired 3.0 has at least a stuck valve or two, missing or worn valve guides, possibly some busted rings, and a host of other issues. Pushing the ect button allows me to maintain at least 50mph on a hill, or to be able to pass the "blue hair" in front of me that is only doing 53mph, and brakes everytime an oncoming car passes! __________________ Adding the oil, checking the gas!

11-05-2009, 10:38 AM	#3 (permalink)
90-3vzeslug Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: RI Posts: 129	haha! Good call! my 3.0 is running pretty good (knock on wood) but it is nice to have a few extra rpm on hand for situations like that. __________________ 90 3vze 4x4 runner mostly stock. custom isr mod, cherry bomb turbo muffler 31x10.5 Coursers with stock 4.10s hehe. custom 4runner a$$ sag :( and 1 extremely dirty lebra. (no hood scoops)

11-05-2009, 03:03 PM	#4 (permalink)
bigt Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: chippawa niagara falls ontario Posts: 3,200	only when towing i use it in my diesel.. mpgs go down __________________ 1991 HILUX SURF SSR-X turbo diesel right hand drive toyota imported in 2005 from japan, 130,000 km 31 bfg a/t auto current build 1987 LWB suzuki samurai. turning 2 into one.. yota axles welded front to back, yota springs , ifs steering box,, this bad boy will not only eat jeeps but toyotas aswell \m/

11-05-2009, 08:33 PM	#5 (permalink)
Adam F Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Cincinnati Ohio Posts: 2,397	I use it for drifting __________________ 88 4Runner. 350 V8, R150 5-speed. SAS, 36" TSL's, elocker rear

11-05-2009, 08:39 PM	#6 (permalink)
camo31"10.50" Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Vian, OK Posts: 2,064	3vz slug......do you have hood scoops on your runner... if so..post the pics dude..post the pics..LMAO and Adam...the ONLY way you can drift in a 4runner is if ya have a big ol nasty V8 under the hood...OH HEY LOOK YOU DO!!!! lmao __________________ FOR SALE 1986 Ext. Cab 4x4, rebuilt 22R, 5spd, 31x10.50 X-Terrains FOR SALE 1992 SR5 FO RUNNA V6, 5 speed, 4in. trail-master lift, 33x12.50 BFG muds, 4.56 gears!!! and an IMMACULATE interior..yes..you should be jealous "Its still a toyota man.. Dont deprive it of its capabilities.." "If you can read english, Thank a teacher...If you can speak it, Thank a soldier!!" Kelli Ruark-2009

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