E-Shift Rocks!!!!
Thread Starter
Rookie
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 63
Likes: 1
From: Mississippi
E-Shift Rocks!!!!
Got a chance to play with the e-shift for the first time today.........
Really impressive to me........
I`ve searched the forum and the concensus seems mixed on the frequency of use.... I think I`ll probably use it more than most.......
Pretty cool....Just did some 2nd - 3rd gear stuff today.... Lot more ooomph than my 95........
Really impressive to me........
I`ve searched the forum and the concensus seems mixed on the frequency of use.... I think I`ll probably use it more than most.......
Pretty cool....Just did some 2nd - 3rd gear stuff today.... Lot more ooomph than my 95........
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 869
Likes: 1
From: California
Welcome to CL!
Glad to hear you are lovin' your GS-EXCELLENT color choice BTW...
Yeah, I love the e-shift and use it quite often. In fact, I used it this morning to spank some smart a$$ in his Civic SI. I had it in 2nd as I came around corner to the fwy. on ramp and this guy thought he would snake me on the inside of the turn. WRONG!!
After the gearing change (3.76 LSD) on this car, in 2nd gear it absolutely TAKES OFF!! I don't race on the street, but this jerk had it coming...
Yeah, I love the e-shift and use it quite often. In fact, I used it this morning to spank some smart a$$ in his Civic SI. I had it in 2nd as I came around corner to the fwy. on ramp and this guy thought he would snake me on the inside of the turn. WRONG!!
After the gearing change (3.76 LSD) on this car, in 2nd gear it absolutely TAKES OFF!! I don't race on the street, but this jerk had it coming...
Pole Position
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 328
Likes: 0
From: Texas
Re: Welcome to CL!
Originally posted by FutureGS400
Glad to hear you are lovin' your GS-EXCELLENT color choice BTW...
Yeah, I love the e-shift and use it quite often. In fact, I used it this morning to spank some smart a$$ in his Civic SI. I had it in 2nd as I came around corner to the fwy. on ramp and this guy thought he would snake me on the inside of the turn. WRONG!!
After the gearing change (3.76 LSD) on this car, in 2nd gear it absolutely TAKES OFF!! I don't race on the street, but this jerk had it coming...
Glad to hear you are lovin' your GS-EXCELLENT color choice BTW...
Yeah, I love the e-shift and use it quite often. In fact, I used it this morning to spank some smart a$$ in his Civic SI. I had it in 2nd as I came around corner to the fwy. on ramp and this guy thought he would snake me on the inside of the turn. WRONG!!
After the gearing change (3.76 LSD) on this car, in 2nd gear it absolutely TAKES OFF!! I don't race on the street, but this jerk had it coming...
Re: Welcome to CL!
Originally posted by FutureGS400
Glad to hear you are lovin' your GS-EXCELLENT color choice BTW...
Yeah, I love the e-shift and use it quite often. In fact, I used it this morning to spank some smart a$$ in his Civic SI. I had it in 2nd as I came around corner to the fwy. on ramp and this guy thought he would snake me on the inside of the turn. WRONG!!
After the gearing change (3.76 LSD) on this car, in 2nd gear it absolutely TAKES OFF!! I don't race on the street, but this jerk had it coming...
Glad to hear you are lovin' your GS-EXCELLENT color choice BTW...
Yeah, I love the e-shift and use it quite often. In fact, I used it this morning to spank some smart a$$ in his Civic SI. I had it in 2nd as I came around corner to the fwy. on ramp and this guy thought he would snake me on the inside of the turn. WRONG!!
After the gearing change (3.76 LSD) on this car, in 2nd gear it absolutely TAKES OFF!! I don't race on the street, but this jerk had it coming...
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 1,387
Likes: 1
From: New York
Re: Re: Welcome to CL!
Originally posted by Ditto
A 99 Stock Civic Si is 1.6L 160 hp , 0-60 in 7.2 vs 300HP Stock GS4. That's a waste of time and precious fuel. I hate it when they sup up Civics with a Boeing 747 Spoiler and a supped up muffler that sounds like a mosquito. But i agree with you since he had it coming. It's like popping a zit.
A 99 Stock Civic Si is 1.6L 160 hp , 0-60 in 7.2 vs 300HP Stock GS4. That's a waste of time and precious fuel. I hate it when they sup up Civics with a Boeing 747 Spoiler and a supped up muffler that sounds like a mosquito. But i agree with you since he had it coming. It's like popping a zit.
I dunno which one is worse
EV ftw!!!
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 8,972
Likes: 563
From: Lake Ontario
Re: Re: Re: Welcome to CL!
Originally posted by NT2SHBBY
word, I would have to agree. a 4cyl civic, vs a v8 lexus is a waste of premium gas. I do understand that you felt it necessary to teach him a lesson, but when all is said and done, you get to say you beat a civic and he gets to say he lost to a v8....
I dunno which one is worse
word, I would have to agree. a 4cyl civic, vs a v8 lexus is a waste of premium gas. I do understand that you felt it necessary to teach him a lesson, but when all is said and done, you get to say you beat a civic and he gets to say he lost to a v8....
I dunno which one is worse
I had it in 2nd as I came around corner to the fwy. on ramp and this guy thought he would snake me on the inside of the turn.
I use my e-shift too on on-ramps just to get up to speed fast. That's my daily drug fix!
Last edited by Hameed; Aug 1, 2004 at 04:16 AM.
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 869
Likes: 1
From: California
Yeah, I didn't mention the Civic SI incident to gloat over the fact that I beat a 4 banger but just to say that this guy thought he was a real clever dude and I dunno, it just didn't go over well with me. Just an emotional reaction I guess. It was a nice Civic too-not riced out etc. and very clean with an exhaust and intake (at least it sounded like it). Still no contest for the GS4 of course, but I think HE thought it would be! Now he knows better.... The point being---e-shift rocks!!
Trending Topics
ClubLexus Stories
Celebrating Lexus & Toyota from Around the Globe
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation
Joe Kucinski
Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?
Brett Foote
GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler
Michael S. Palmer
9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)
Joe Kucinski
2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!
Brett Foote
Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Lexus TX 550h+ (& 3 Reasons to AVOID!)
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Lexus & Toyota Models of the 1990s RANKED!
Joe Kucinski
10 Great Toyotas That Could Have Been Lexus Models
Joe Kucinski
EV ftw!!!
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 8,972
Likes: 563
From: Lake Ontario
Originally posted by rominl
well personally i wouldn't just avoid it coz' it's 4 bangers. heck try to beat a evo viii or sti, good luck it's all about teaching lessons in this situation imho
well personally i wouldn't just avoid it coz' it's 4 bangers. heck try to beat a evo viii or sti, good luck
it's all about teaching lessons in this situation imho
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 869
Likes: 1
From: California
Originally posted by rominl
well personally i wouldn't just avoid it coz' it's 4 bangers. heck try to beat a evo viii or sti, good luck it's all about teaching lessons in this situation imho
well personally i wouldn't just avoid it coz' it's 4 bangers. heck try to beat a evo viii or sti, good luck
it's all about teaching lessons in this situation imho
Originally posted by FutureGS400
Good point! It's all about power to weight ratio for the most part... BTW, I normally avoid "opportunities" to race many times a week in all the driving I do. Just not worth it IMO.
Good point! It's all about power to weight ratio for the most part... BTW, I normally avoid "opportunities" to race many times a week in all the driving I do. Just not worth it IMO.
and by murphy law there is always a cop close by anyway, haha...and yup, honestly while i don't really like 4 bangers and not sure if i would get one, i don't underestimate them. even if you get a civic with the tsx or rsx-s engine dropped in there, together with h/e/i and chip, 230whp on that light car they can spank us any day they want already
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post