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Old 07-24-2012, 10:50 AM   #29
Apex Chase
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Originally Posted by SUB-FT86 View Post
I would say the auto in this car can handle another 40 lb ft of torque which is all I would care for. In the IS250 the auto handles 184 lb ft which is 33 lb ft more than what the FRS engine produces. I think 40lb ft and a slightly more aggressive final drive(4.5) would make a difference enough for me.
Easily. They are not going to put a transmission in a car that is just barely adequate for the power output. Slap a trans cooler on it and forget about it. I am right there with you on the final drive upgrade.
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