Aerotop Dave Posted May 11, 2005 Share Posted May 11, 2005 This was only available on the facelift models and is essentially a manual auto box (whaaa…?). You have the option of either letting the auto do it’s stuff by itself or selecting the gears manually via buttons on the steering wheel. It’s similar to the manual mode on the auto but means you don’t have to take your hands off the steering wheel. searchflags: tiptronic, button, paddle, shift, auto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave100 Posted July 5, 2005 Share Posted July 5, 2005 Do pre 95 NAs or TTs not have this manual overide then?? Or are they similar to the fto? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted July 5, 2005 Share Posted July 5, 2005 Pre facelift Supra Autos have Manu mode which allow you select L (1st gear), 2 (2nd Gear) and M (3rd) and disable manu for 4th. (I think that's right) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ivar Posted July 20, 2005 Share Posted July 20, 2005 ... and no clutch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren Posted July 20, 2005 Share Posted July 20, 2005 Think its only on VVTI facelifts too... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted July 20, 2005 Share Posted July 20, 2005 Think its only on VVTI facelifts too... Correctomundo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewen Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 Having run an TT auto / TT 5 speed man / TT 6 speed man / now TT VVTI Tiptronic....In my humble middle adged opinion, TT 5 spd man was the best fun to drive for lots of illegal reasons. TT six spd man a close second, but Id say the 6th gear adds kudos and rarity value only. TT VVTI...first week was a hoot, and unless you wear gloves / false nails, the buttons are easy to get used to...def a windy road 'box though as its pointless in traffic...two years into ownership and its now only a trick auto although it is easier to re-live the RWD TRAC OFF days of yore. TT auto does exactly what it says on the tin. Rumours are that the auto boxes are stronger than the manual ones, and autos are not that much slower. A recent rumour (Im going to ask the question in tech forum) is that standard JDM TT VVTI Tiptronics are actually more powerful than and a gnats foreskin off the pace than JDM TT manuals. My biggest regret so far is that I cant fit that spanking TRD three spoke steering wheel......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 There was a 5 speed MkIV TT ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 There was a 5 speed MkIV TT ? nope, 6sp or auto only. 5sp mkiii 2.5twin turbo is possible...but then thats http://www.mkiiisupra.net JB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonB Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 Having run an TT auto / TT 5 speed man / TT 6 speed man / now TT VVTI Tiptronic....In my humble middle adged opinion, TT 5 spd man was the best fun to drive for lots of illegal reasons. TT six spd man a close second, but Id say the 6th gear adds kudos and rarity value only. TT VVTI...first week was a hoot, and unless you wear gloves / false nails, the buttons are easy to get used to...def a windy road 'box though as its pointless in traffic...two years into ownership and its now only a trick auto although it is easier to re-live the RWD TRAC OFF days of yore. TT auto does exactly what it says on the tin. Rumours are that the auto boxes are stronger than the manual ones, and autos are not that much slower. A recent rumour (Im going to ask the question in tech forum) is that standard JDM TT VVTI Tiptronics are actually more powerful than and a gnats foreskin off the pace than JDM TT manuals. My biggest regret so far is that I cant fit that spanking TRD three spoke steering wheel......... Well taking some of these in order, I think you'll find a 5 speed manual TT is considerably rarer than a 6sp, since they don't exist! Not unless someone has transplanted a TT engine into an NA. The auto box is certainly not stronger than the manual, and there is no difference in engines between any of the transmission types, so a VVTi tipto will be no more powerful than a VVTi 6sp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewen Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 sorry for the DOH.....we are talking MK III T as in MKIV TT less I and one T to correct my one fingered typing whilst eating steak and ale pie....oh, and yes, I remember them as a lot of fun (did I say I was over 40 and going downhill fastbut no, I woulnt pass on a 6 spd TT man - In fact that will be what I go for next...I had one for a few days loan, but Id fallen for the Tiptronic by then.. and yes you are right, I cant drive to save my life anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewen Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 getting hit hard here, but then thats what Ive joined for...you guys know things I dont, I buy a car and read the Jap mags, you guys buy the car and autopsy them and rebuild in a way I cant even begin to touch on...Im not worthy .....One thing Id love you guys to confirm still though - is the VVTI more powerful than the non ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonB Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 getting hit hard here, but then thats what Ive joined for...you guys know things I dont, I buy a car and read the Jap mags, you guys buy the car and autopsy them and rebuild in a way I cant even begin to touch on...Im not worthy .....One thing Id love you guys to confirm still though - is the VVTI more powerful than the non ? LOL, you mean we're all extremely sad, don't get out much and know all the intimite details of the specs of various models! Still, best to get these things right in the FAQ section as people will refer to it for definitive info on things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitelightning Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 getting hit hard here, but then thats what Ive joined for...you guys know things I dont, I buy a car and read the Jap mags, you guys buy the car and autopsy them and rebuild in a way I cant even begin to touch on...Im not worthy .....One thing Id love you guys to confirm still though - is the VVTI more powerful than the non ? With a Big Single it will be Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewen Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 Hi Simon, I shouldnt have bunged that post in FAQ anyway...but Im learning. Cant let you end the thread like that tho - I wouldnt be a member if I didnt think you lot were a goldmine of valuable info...Supes arnt just cars, they are a way of life - I wish the MKIV had come out before mine was half over Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 Basically the variable valve timing has allowed the Toyota geniuses to get more torque (slightly more bhp if you believe the marketing) out of the already good 2JZ GTE engine. I had a TT auto and compared to my VVTi tiptronic it felt slower off the mark. Better economy from the VVTi also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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