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Post by miklar on Oct 14, 2004 11:29:07 GMT -6
Here's a question for anyone who may be interested: Does anyone know if there is a better or preferred time to use the "Power" button that's located on the shifter knob? I can't remember the last time I used it, but I remember I could never detect any difference in performance. Is it intended for use while towing or climbing steep terrain?  |
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Post by dred98 on Oct 14, 2004 11:32:29 GMT -6
It delays shifts up, and shifts down are earlier. The major difference is to fuel economy |
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Post by miklar on Oct 14, 2004 11:35:43 GMT -6
Thanks! Based on your reply it sounds like a feature that would be useful when towing (which I don't do) or climbing. Otherwise, leave it alone. I definitely don't need to reduce my mileage. I filled it up yesterday and it cost me $30.00!
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Post by Rocketv8 on Oct 14, 2004 15:27:32 GMT -6
actually i think the button is called "selectable shift". it actually gives the car extra power... i use it when i want to "race" someone at a light... dred98 is correct, it changes the shift pattern on the trans....i think it makes for worse mpg, but its fun to use !!!!!
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Post by Letitroll98 on Oct 14, 2004 17:22:40 GMT -6
Yeah, it seems to hold the shift to round about 200 rpm higher. Varies with throttle position. Crazy as it seems, I think I get better acceleration with the normal setting. Factor in that I almost never "floor it" and goosing it for me usually amounts to 3/4 throttle. Probable effect is from mid range torque curve being so broad. Performance shift setting does work great for hilly terrain.
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Post by SupaStealth on Oct 14, 2004 20:28:44 GMT -6
i've heard from a few sources saying that it actually makes no difference at WOT (wide open throttle). Which is what it feels like to me, but whe i don't have it floored i can tell the difference.
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Post by JimW on Oct 15, 2004 5:36:10 GMT -6
Everyone is correct. It delays shifting under acceleration by 200 RPM, downshifts easier and there is no difference at WOT (wide open throttle). When I am challenged to a derby I throw er in 2nd, TC off, Power trans on ;D I'm 4 for 4 lol! *edit* oh ya, 2nd gear disables TQ management  |
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Post by SupaStealth on Oct 15, 2004 8:17:41 GMT -6
TQ management?
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Post by JimW on Oct 15, 2004 10:40:22 GMT -6
Torque management.
The 4T80E is a torquey lil thing. Generates 260 lb fts at what? 4000 RPM...thats why the car gets a lil crazy at about 4200 RPM. Now its all computer and electronically maintained. I read somewhere someday way back when that when the 4T80E is in 2nd gear, torque managment is disabled.
Lemme see if I can back that up with a web search.
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Post by Aurora40 on Oct 15, 2004 13:42:02 GMT -6
I don't believe anything disables torque management. It may firm the shifts up, but that's not the same. Torque management is to preserve the tranny.  |
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Post by stevensolds on Oct 15, 2004 22:39:11 GMT -6
I leave mine in sport at all times, i would never drive without it. As for WOT, i plant the pedal to the carpet every day, I have a tendency to do that at red lights if i am the first one off the mark, i like to get the traffic moving. LOL. Oh i hate people that take off slow, it pisses me off.
Also, unless it is raining, i ALWAYS turn off the traction control by the button. Thats the second thing down from putting on my seat belt. ;D
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Post by omegaic on Oct 15, 2004 22:46:33 GMT -6
I leave mine in sport at all times, i would never drive without it. As for WOT, i plant the pedal to the carpet every day, I have a tendency to do that at red lights if i am the first one off the mark, i like to get the traffic moving. LOL. Oh i hate people that take off slow, it pisses me off. Also, unless it is raining, i ALWAYS turn off the traction control by the button. Thats the second thing down from putting on my seat belt. ;D I sense longevity issues in your future... |
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Post by Letitroll98 on Oct 16, 2004 2:20:14 GMT -6
Steven still has excess testosterone coursing through his young veins, let him be. Young warriors ride first into battle for a reason. Older warriors have made it through the genetic selection process. ;D
However I am staying away from West Chester for the near future, at least until events reach their obvious conclusion.
Did you know Pennsylvania is the only state in the union that doesn't allow local police to use radar? They are stuck with Vascar, ESP, and patrol.
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Post by Krazy Kyle on Oct 18, 2004 2:03:55 GMT -6
When I am challenged to a derby I throw er in 2nd, TC off, Power trans on ;D DERBY ?!? You Canadians are so silly  And thus, Krazy Kyle sets the tone for his tenure on the ACNA... |
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Post by stevensolds on Oct 18, 2004 5:13:57 GMT -6
Steven still has excess testosterone coursing through his young veins, let him be. Young warriors ride first into battle for a reason. Older warriors have made it through the genetic selection process. ;D However I am staying away from West Chester for the near future, at least until events reach their obvious conclusion. Did you know Pennsylvania is the only state in the union that doesn't allow local police to use radar? They are stuck with Vascar, ESP, and patrol. ;D Yes I did know that PA uses local laser around here, thats why i have laser/radar detector now. Didnt get the valentine one because i wanted to wait til my dad got one, and boy are they awesome. Edit, Letitroll, what color is your Aurora and what year...maybe we can hook up sometime ya know |
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Post by scottydl on Oct 18, 2004 10:25:25 GMT -6
Yes I did know that PA uses local laser around here, thats why i have laser/radar detector now. As soon as a "laser" detector beeps, it means you just got caught. Laser beams don't spread out and set off your detector a half-mile in advance, like the older X-band radar does. FYI... |
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Post by omegaic on Oct 18, 2004 10:33:27 GMT -6
Or somebody close to you...
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Post by Letitroll98 on Oct 18, 2004 18:14:15 GMT -6
DERBY ?!? You Canadians are so silly And thus, Krazy Kyle sets the tone for his tenure on the ACNA... Oh thank you Krazy. Now I am not the only one here who is unfairly branded as a despicable Canadian hater. And I really LIKE Canada. The summers are so short and cold you don't have to have a separate wardrobe for winter. The mosquitos are so large that when you kill one you can eat for two or three meals. And you can always pick out the prettiest girl in the bar because shes the one with the shortest beard. I love Canada, I don't know why they call me a hater. ;D Steven Olds said: Yes I did know that PA uses local laser around here, thats why i have laser/radar detector now. Didnt get the valentine one because i wanted to wait til my dad got one, and boy are they awesome. Edit, Letitroll, what color is your Aurora and what year...maybe we can hook up sometime ya know Steven, when I was in PA they didn't have laser for local PDs either. Have they changed? The NJ/PA meet is still in limbo. Lets go ahead anytime. My car is posted on "My Aurora" under Mr Digital Dislexic, but the color is way more green in daylight. I'm trying to get some better 35mm pics as the digital camera crashed...literally...on a stone floor. |
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Post by stevensolds on Oct 18, 2004 18:22:57 GMT -6
cool. lets wait and see if there is anyone else that is in PA that can shoot down here. that would be awesome.
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Post by Krazy Kyle on Oct 18, 2004 18:30:08 GMT -6
Letitroll, you are now my best friend  I mean, you're WAY cooler than JimW. He IS Canadian, after all... Silly, silly Canucks |
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Post by JimW on Oct 18, 2004 19:55:07 GMT -6
Okaaaaay Anyway, I wont get going my 100 reasons why Canada is vastly superior to the US List...this time ;D But back on track with the Power Trans button. It is also labelled Perform Shift on other GM cars, does the same thing. Delays shifting. Frankly its come in handy in a few occasions |
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Post by stevensolds on Oct 18, 2004 19:59:09 GMT -6
i cant tell for sure if it comes in handy or not since i leave it in POWER mode, hehe. ;D
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Post by Krazy Kyle on Oct 18, 2004 20:13:44 GMT -6
Yes, steven, we know, because you're crazy, yada-yada-yada... Didn't we already go over this? Anyway, you know I was kidding, Jim Just admit that Canada sucks and we can be done with this whole unfortunate little feud... ... I'm waiting... |
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Post by dred98 on Oct 19, 2004 6:37:19 GMT -6
By the way Jim, when you've finished your list of 100 reasons let me know, I'll add another 100 . . .
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Post by Krazy Kyle on Oct 19, 2004 7:15:14 GMT -6
Damn! You freakin' Canucks are everywhere! You're like... I don't know, locusts or something...
Sorry... perhaps that was a little to harsh. Boll weavels, there we go...
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Post by JimW on Oct 19, 2004 7:28:33 GMT -6
heheheh you cats are funny  Also good to remember: When removing the shifter for any reason, be careful, there is a wiring harness that connects the button and if you reef on the shifter then you'll potentially damage the wire/harness. Just another FYI |
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Post by Isnibs on Oct 19, 2004 14:22:22 GMT -6
I'll follow you with 100 more Howard. Seeing as we are all well off topic, did anyone see the moovie Bowling for columbine yet? |
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Post by Isnibs on Oct 19, 2004 14:30:45 GMT -6
Quote "Now I am not the only one here who is unfairly branded as a despicable Canadian hater. And I really LIKE Canada. Bleh bleh bleh bleh Bleh bleh bleh bleh Bleh bleh bleh bleh Bleh bleh bleh bleh Bleh bleh bleh bleh Bleh bleh bleh bleh Bleh bleh bleh bleh Bleh bleh bleh Bleh bleh bleh bleh Bleh bleh bleh bleh Bleh bleh bleh bleh Bleh bleh bleh bleh "
Actually Lettuceroll98 I thought that you had promised to stop your
silliness about Canada when you apologized to me. and here you go again
reminding everyone about your dealings with the french Canadians. The
way they beat you in a business deal, the girl in Hull and the crabs.
Take care, members may tire of your tantrums.
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Post by JimW on Oct 19, 2004 17:08:01 GMT -6
 My subtle attempts to get this thread back on track has failed. Heres the deal. No more US vs CAN bashing regardless if its in the name of humour or not, point being, we're all the same so lets get past the effin stereotypes and chiding and move it along.  Everyone has said their piece. If you want a place to go vent about how much Canada or America sucks go to www.theamericanforums.comLOCKED.
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I mean, you're WAY cooler than JimW. He IS Canadian, after all...
