Re: Shift Point Adjustment
 

On Wed, 20 Oct 2004 15:25:01 -0700, L.W.(ßill) ------ III
<----------@cox.net> wrote:

> If you had bought the trailer package, you would have a switch on
>the dash to lower the shift points. Or you could have it reprogramed
>with an DRB-III scanner, one's for sale on EBay:
>https://1dnn.com/03http-ntQ.5yFu.ncb...495747218&rd=1
> God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
>mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>

Since the bid is 3 bills right now ... I'll probably just push the
button. :) I don't mind that on the hilly back roads because I can set
it and leave it, but it becomes an annoyance on the Interstate





>fygar wrote:
>>
>> I've been watching the group for awhile and haven't seem much comment
>> on this, so it's time to ask.
>>
>> I have a new Unlimited that I am enjoying owning very much. The only
>> complaint I have it that the automatic transmission doesn't seem to
>> kick out of overdrive in time to keep it from lugging up hill or to
>> keep me from having to floor it to force the downshift. I could push
>> the O/D off button, but if I wanted to touch the tranny, I'd have the
>> 5 speed manual.
>>
>> Is there a programming unit out there that will let me tweek the shift
>> point, or does anyone have another suggestion? My Durango doesn't have
>> this problem driving around the rolling hills here in the Blue Ridge
>> so I feel like this is something that can be fixed.
>>
>> Thanks!
>>
>> Butch
>>
>> -1990 Dodge Dakota
>> -2002 Dodge Durango
>> -2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
>>
>> Happiness is: Using fire roads on your commute.

Butch

-1990 Dodge Dakota
-2002 Dodge Durango
-2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Happiness is: Using fire roads on your commute.

Re: Shift Point Adjustment
 

On Wed, 20 Oct 2004 15:25:01 -0700, L.W.(ßill) ------ III
<----------@cox.net> wrote:

> If you had bought the trailer package, you would have a switch on
>the dash to lower the shift points. Or you could have it reprogramed
>with an DRB-III scanner, one's for sale on EBay:
>https://1dnn.com/03http-ntQ.5yFu.ncb...495747218&rd=1
> God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
>mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>

Since the bid is 3 bills right now ... I'll probably just push the
button. :) I don't mind that on the hilly back roads because I can set
it and leave it, but it becomes an annoyance on the Interstate





>fygar wrote:
>>
>> I've been watching the group for awhile and haven't seem much comment
>> on this, so it's time to ask.
>>
>> I have a new Unlimited that I am enjoying owning very much. The only
>> complaint I have it that the automatic transmission doesn't seem to
>> kick out of overdrive in time to keep it from lugging up hill or to
>> keep me from having to floor it to force the downshift. I could push
>> the O/D off button, but if I wanted to touch the tranny, I'd have the
>> 5 speed manual.
>>
>> Is there a programming unit out there that will let me tweek the shift
>> point, or does anyone have another suggestion? My Durango doesn't have
>> this problem driving around the rolling hills here in the Blue Ridge
>> so I feel like this is something that can be fixed.
>>
>> Thanks!
>>
>> Butch
>>
>> -1990 Dodge Dakota
>> -2002 Dodge Durango
>> -2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
>>
>> Happiness is: Using fire roads on your commute.

Butch

-1990 Dodge Dakota
-2002 Dodge Durango
-2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Happiness is: Using fire roads on your commute.

Re: Shift Point Adjustment
 

On Wed, 20 Oct 2004 18:30:21 GMT, "griffin" <gryffy@DELTHISshaw.ca>
wrote:

>What happens if you let off the gas before coming to the hill and then
>stomping it quickly for a second? I know this doesn't fix the overall
>"automatic computer chip" problem ...but it may be a temporary solution. I
>used to do that with my parents A/T Corolla when I was about to hit an
>incline and it automatically downshifted.
>

I'm experimenting with the pedal some ... I haven't found the touch
that doesn't make it rev excessively. The $2 gas situation makes me
sensitive to 5000 rpms.

Butch

-1990 Dodge Dakota
-2002 Dodge Durango
-2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Happiness is: Using fire roads on your commute.

Re: Shift Point Adjustment
 

On Wed, 20 Oct 2004 18:30:21 GMT, "griffin" <gryffy@DELTHISshaw.ca>
wrote:

>What happens if you let off the gas before coming to the hill and then
>stomping it quickly for a second? I know this doesn't fix the overall
>"automatic computer chip" problem ...but it may be a temporary solution. I
>used to do that with my parents A/T Corolla when I was about to hit an
>incline and it automatically downshifted.
>

I'm experimenting with the pedal some ... I haven't found the touch
that doesn't make it rev excessively. The $2 gas situation makes me
sensitive to 5000 rpms.

Butch

-1990 Dodge Dakota
-2002 Dodge Durango
-2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Happiness is: Using fire roads on your commute.

Re: Shift Point Adjustment
 

On Wed, 20 Oct 2004 18:30:21 GMT, "griffin" <gryffy@DELTHISshaw.ca>
wrote:

>What happens if you let off the gas before coming to the hill and then
>stomping it quickly for a second? I know this doesn't fix the overall
>"automatic computer chip" problem ...but it may be a temporary solution. I
>used to do that with my parents A/T Corolla when I was about to hit an
>incline and it automatically downshifted.
>

I'm experimenting with the pedal some ... I haven't found the touch
that doesn't make it rev excessively. The $2 gas situation makes me
sensitive to 5000 rpms.

Butch

-1990 Dodge Dakota
-2002 Dodge Durango
-2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Happiness is: Using fire roads on your commute.

Re: Shift Point Adjustment
 

I wrestled with a similar problem with my '90 Cherokee 4.0. When I needed
power the system wouldn't react until the downshift. Other makes unlock
the torque converter as the first stage of increaing power and then only
downshift if more power is needed. I could accomplish the torque
converter release by tapping on the break peddal, however if I was using
the cruse, then I had to engage it again. Eventually I installed a
spring-loaded toggle swich near the shift leaver. Now, while in power
mode, I just touch that swich for a moment, and the engine speed increases
so I don't "lug" waiting for any downshift which is often not necessary.
The converter then locks back up when it nees to. If I'm on target and
you want more help, let me know.

Re: Shift Point Adjustment
 

I wrestled with a similar problem with my '90 Cherokee 4.0. When I needed
power the system wouldn't react until the downshift. Other makes unlock
the torque converter as the first stage of increaing power and then only
downshift if more power is needed. I could accomplish the torque
converter release by tapping on the break peddal, however if I was using
the cruse, then I had to engage it again. Eventually I installed a
spring-loaded toggle swich near the shift leaver. Now, while in power
mode, I just touch that swich for a moment, and the engine speed increases
so I don't "lug" waiting for any downshift which is often not necessary.
The converter then locks back up when it nees to. If I'm on target and
you want more help, let me know.

Re: Shift Point Adjustment
 

I wrestled with a similar problem with my '90 Cherokee 4.0. When I needed
power the system wouldn't react until the downshift. Other makes unlock
the torque converter as the first stage of increaing power and then only
downshift if more power is needed. I could accomplish the torque
converter release by tapping on the break peddal, however if I was using
the cruse, then I had to engage it again. Eventually I installed a
spring-loaded toggle swich near the shift leaver. Now, while in power
mode, I just touch that swich for a moment, and the engine speed increases
so I don't "lug" waiting for any downshift which is often not necessary.
The converter then locks back up when it nees to. If I'm on target and
you want more help, let me know.