maybe you should just hate the ion instead.
i've driven *numerous* electronic throttle vehicles, and if done right, it's extremely good. it cleans up the engine bay considerably, so there are actually less parts to fail than if you run a cable throttle.
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2006 Tacoma 4x4 TRD Off Road - All-Pro front bumper, Old Man Emu shocks, Old Man Emu HD front coils, All-Pro leafs
1990 240SX Coupe - sold
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