| 09-28-2017 12:06 PM |
| lostbuckaroo |
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Originally Posted by CarportMechanic
I was planning to throw a 5 speed behind my 3.4 but ended using the auto that was there, I read a lot on here and found many people like the setup. So far I am really enjoying the auto. Only thing I do miss is high RPM clutch drops. I dont feel the auto is as responsive as I want it to be. Maybe a shift kit would help with this.
I run a 2.28 front and 4.7 rear with 5.29's on 39.5's. Other than its kinda fun/cool to crawl at such a low ratio I dont think it will ever be needed.
I do a lot of snow weelin and a big tranny cooler was definitely a must for this setup.
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Originally Posted by lambertvr4
is everyone using the Winters shifter with RADesigns adapter? I'm using the factory pistol shifter and some homemade electronics. I'm eyeing the RAD/Winters setup though.
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I've got the Winters/Rad shifter w/the RAD triple sticks.. I've heard good things about his rail controller as well.
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| 09-28-2017 12:01 PM |
| CarportMechanic |
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Originally Posted by lambertvr4
is everyone using the Winters shifter with RADesigns adapter? I'm using the factory pistol shifter and some homemade electronics. I'm eyeing the RAD/Winters setup though.
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I run the stock shifter for going between P,R,N,D. Then have the RADesign Rail 2 to select the gear. I like how small and compact it is.
Ill see if I can remember to grab a pic tonight. Due to my dual case setup my T-case sticks are back about 6" from stock, I built a plate to cover the original hole and incorporated the Rail 2 into the plate so it sits right next to the stock unit.
Rail Controller this is the controller I use. Seems to be a good quality unit.
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| 09-28-2017 11:46 AM |
| lambertvr4 |
is everyone using the Winters shifter with RADesigns adapter? I'm using the factory pistol shifter and some homemade electronics. I'm eyeing the RAD/Winters setup though.
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| 09-27-2017 03:56 PM |
| lostbuckaroo |
Quote:
Originally Posted by CarportMechanic
I was planning to throw a 5 speed behind my 3.4 but ended using the auto that was there, I read a lot on here and found many people like the setup. So far I am really enjoying the auto. Only thing I do miss is high RPM clutch drops. I dont feel the auto is as responsive as I want it to be. Maybe a shift kit would help with this.
I run a 2.28 front and 4.7 rear with 5.29's on 39.5's. Other than its kinda fun/cool to crawl at such a low ratio I dont think it will ever be needed.
I do a lot of snow weelin and a big tranny cooler was definitely a must for this setup.
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Couldn't agree more.. although I've only got one run on mine so far I really like it. You might try the transgo shift kit.. I put that in mine from the get go so I've no personal experience without but Rory at RADesigns highly recommended it.
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| 09-27-2017 03:48 PM |
| CarportMechanic |
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Originally Posted by Aisin
Nice bit of info. I have a 5 speed sitting in the basement but am now considering an auto.
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I was planning to throw a 5 speed behind my 3.4 but ended using the auto that was there, I read a lot on here and found many people like the setup. So far I am really enjoying the auto. Only thing I do miss is high RPM clutch drops. I dont feel the auto is as responsive as I want it to be. Maybe a shift kit would help with this.
I run a 2.28 front and 4.7 rear with 5.29's on 39.5's. Other than its kinda fun/cool to crawl at such a low ratio I dont think it will ever be needed.
I do a lot of snow weelin and a big tranny cooler was definitely a must for this setup.
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| 09-26-2017 01:27 PM |
| lostbuckaroo |
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Originally Posted by lambertvr4
My FToy is about 3200# with 40" Treps, cooler, and tools ready to hit the trails.
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That is light sounds like allot of fun!
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| 09-26-2017 12:24 PM |
| lambertvr4 |
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Originally Posted by lostbuckaroo
I think it also depends on the overall weight of your rig.. I'm really light so the power to weight ratio plays a big factor as well IMO
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My FToy is about 3200# with 40" Treps, cooler, and tools ready to hit the trails.
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| 09-26-2017 08:52 AM |
| lostbuckaroo |
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Originally Posted by lambertvr4
I just added a turbo to my 22RE, and my first ride on it will be next weekend. Running low boost (4psi) and hoping it gives just a little more torque than I had. I'm no rock bouncer, but our trails can get you bound up. Hopefully the turbo will let me "bump it" with a little more lowend TQ without having to neutral drop it. We'll see!
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I think it also depends on the overall weight of your rig.. I'm really light so the power to weight ratio plays a big factor as well IMO
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| 09-26-2017 08:15 AM |
| lambertvr4 |
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Originally Posted by lostbuckaroo
Agreed just took mine out on its maiden voyage at MCR Rubicon. A340f, Doublers w/4.7 in the rear and 5.29s never really needed the crawl box but can see where it would come in handy at more extreme obstacles like moon rocks or winch hill 3.. nice option to have but not needed especially with the torque of the v8/v6. I guess it also depends on if you're a throttle jockey too
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I just added a turbo to my 22RE, and my first ride on it will be next weekend. Running low boost (4psi) and hoping it gives just a little more torque than I had. I'm no rock bouncer, but our trails can get you bound up. Hopefully the turbo will let me "bump it" with a little more lowend TQ without having to neutral drop it. We'll see!
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| 09-26-2017 07:48 AM |
| lostbuckaroo |
Agreed just took mine out on its maiden voyage at MCR Rubicon. A340f, Doublers w/4.7 in the rear and 5.29s never really needed the crawl box but can see where it would come in handy at more extreme obstacles like moon rocks or winch hill 3.. nice option to have but not needed especially with the torque of the v8/v6. I guess it also depends on if you're a throttle jockey too
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| 09-25-2017 06:49 PM |
| R.DesJardin |
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Originally Posted by lambertvr4
................. It would be nice to have a little closer ratio between 1st and 2nd.....
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There is just a big jump in the gear ratio from 1st to 2nd, wound out in 1st bogging in 2nd. I agree on running 5.29's but there will still be a big jump. I try running 2nd and 3rd if I need a lot of up/down back and forth shifts.
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| 09-25-2017 03:14 PM |
| lambertvr4 |
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Originally Posted by Aisin
7 teeth on the pinion doesn't mean shit when only 3 of them mesh at any given time. Don't be afraid to regear. I'd rather have 2 stock cases.
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5.29 gear is on 8.4% more gear than the 4.88 gears I have. That's not worth the money.
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| 09-25-2017 09:38 AM |
| Aisin |
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Originally Posted by lambertvr4
I agree. I'm on 40" Treps with 4.88 gears. It would be nice to have a little closer ratio between 1st and 2nd. Going to 5.13 gears won't do much good, and drops the pinion to a 7 tooth which may be a little too weak for the Treps. I rock crawl down south, so there's an occasional bounce or two.
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7 teeth on the pinion doesn't mean shit when only 3 of them mesh at any given time. Don't be afraid to regear. I'd rather have 2 stock cases.
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| 09-25-2017 09:11 AM |
| lambertvr4 |
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Originally Posted by VooDoo
Yes. A single 4.7
If I had the space I'd prefer a doubler with two 2.28. Sometimes I'd like to be between 4.7:1 and 1:1.
An ultimate (2.28+4.7) is completely unnecessary with the auto.
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I agree. I'm on 40" Treps with 4.88 gears. It would be nice to have a little closer ratio between 1st and 2nd. Going to 5.13 gears won't do much good, and drops the pinion to a 7 tooth which may be a little too weak for the Treps. I rock crawl down south, so there's an occasional bounce or two.
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| 09-22-2017 03:36 PM |
| VooDoo |
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Originally Posted by TOYOTAPARTS
Do you guys have a geared T case?
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Yes. A single 4.7
If I had the space I'd prefer a doubler with two 2.28. Sometimes I'd like to be between 4.7:1 and 1:1.
An ultimate (2.28+4.7) is completely unnecessary with the auto.
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| 09-22-2017 12:19 PM |
| lambertvr4 |
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Originally Posted by TOYOTAPARTS
Do you guys have a geared T case?
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I do. Inchworm adapter.
I assume these guys do too since the thread is about blocking off the fluid from getting to the rear section of the trans.
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| 09-22-2017 09:26 AM |
| TOYOTAPARTS |
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Originally Posted by VooDoo
FYI the TC won't lock in first gear, at least on my set up.
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Do you guys have a geared T case?
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| 09-22-2017 06:51 AM |
| lambertvr4 |
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Originally Posted by VooDoo
FYI the TC won't lock in first gear, at least on my set up.
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It won't do it on mine either. I assumed mine was an oddball.
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| 09-21-2017 05:47 PM |
| VooDoo |
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Originally Posted by lambertvr4
Further notes from the reading mentioned above...
To diagnose which wire is Sol1, Sol2, or TCC...
Engine running, shifter in Drive:
12V to Sol1 = trans shifts to 1st, and vehicle moves easily with throttle
12V to Sol2 = vehicle accelerates sluggishly
12V to TCC = engine should stall
Sol2 malfunction: Shifter in "L" - trans will never shift out of first gear.
Sol2 malfunction: Shifter in "2" - trans starts in 1st and eventually shifts to 3rd
Sol2 malfunction: Shifter in "D" - trans starts in 1st and eventually shifts to O/D.
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FYI the TC won't lock in first gear, at least on my set up.
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| 09-21-2017 01:23 PM |
| lambertvr4 |
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Originally Posted by VooDoo
3 solenoids- 1 and 2 for the shifting and 3 for the tc lockup.
On =12v. Off =0v
1 on, 2 off = 1st
1 on, 2 on = 2nd
1 off, 2 on = 3rd
1 off, 2 off = 4th
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Further notes from the reading mentioned above...
To diagnose which wire is Sol1, Sol2, or TCC...
Engine running, shifter in Drive:
12V to Sol1 = trans shifts to 1st, and vehicle moves easily with throttle
12V to Sol2 = vehicle accelerates sluggishly
12V to TCC = engine should stall
Sol2 malfunction: Shifter in "L" - trans will never shift out of first gear.
Sol2 malfunction: Shifter in "2" - trans starts in 1st and eventually shifts to 3rd
Sol2 malfunction: Shifter in "D" - trans starts in 1st and eventually shifts to O/D.
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| 09-21-2017 09:28 AM |
| Aisin |
Quote:
Originally Posted by VooDoo
3 solenoids- 1 and 2 for the shifting and 3 for the tc lockup.
On =12v. Off =0v
1 on, 2 off = 1st
1 on, 2 on = 2nd
1 off, 2 on = 3rd
1 off, 2 off = 4th
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Nice bit of info. I have a 5 speed sitting in the basement but am now considering an auto.
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| 09-20-2017 11:17 PM |
| VooDoo |
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Originally Posted by lambertvr4
The only issue I have now is that I'm not 100% sure that the trans is going into first gear. Mine is in an FToy and is not ECU controlled. The previous owner setup some wiring with relays that allow it to run "right" and shift manually. I can lockup the TCC with a button too.
Anybody know the wiring for these?
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3 solenoids- 1 and 2 for the shifting and 3 for the tc lockup.
On =12v. Off =0v
1 on, 2 off = 1st
1 on, 2 on = 2nd
1 off, 2 on = 3rd
1 off, 2 off = 4th
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| 09-20-2017 08:38 AM |
| lambertvr4 |
I drained my rear pan yesterday, and about 1qt came out. I ran it over full, but couldn't tell you how much because I don't have a dipstick. That being the case, I expected more to come out of the back pan when I drained it.
I don't doubt what you've explained above, but it looks like it's a minor issue. Yes, some fluid will get back to the rear section of the trans, but it shouldn't be a lot. Blocking off the plates far out weighs the downside.
Would you mind measuring the length of your dipstick from tip to flange, and tip to hash marks? Then I'll know for sure what I've got going on. That would let me verify the fluid levels and track what you've explained. I'm going on a ride in a couple of weeks.
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| 09-20-2017 08:30 AM |
| lambertvr4 |
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Originally Posted by CarportMechanic
RADesign sells manual shifters for these trans. Check out their site, he has wiring diagrams to wire the 2 shift solenoids and the TC lock solenoid.
I have the shifter in my rig. It works well. I wired it so I can do manual override or have the ECU take over and shift like normal.
Its really pretty simple, the connection on your trans that has 3 wires coming from it is the one you want. All you have to do is apply 12v power to the solenoids to have them work.
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perfect! Thanks!
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| 09-19-2017 01:57 PM |
| CarportMechanic |
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Originally Posted by Edisonsteve
Is this an A340H or A340F we are talking about?
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you askin me? or is this a general question about the thred?
Were talkin about the A340 that come behind a pickup, 4runner or taco.....in regards to the wiring, the wires themselves may be different colors, otherwise your lookin at 3 solenoids and 3 wires.
H has an integrated chain drive T-case and shares fluid with the tans.
F has a removable T case and keeps fluid separate.
There is also an A340E
Here is some good info.
http://nebula.wsimg.com/30182ccd591c...&alloworigin=1
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