I have a '91 FJ80 with 3FE engine (225,000 miles). When I drive it I literally feel like it is dragging something behind it (performance wise not vibrations and noise). I know I do not have a performance car, but this FJ80 makes my '87 FJ60 with the 2F feel nimble and quick (it is smoother riding and a higher top end (never found the top end 70-ish is fast enough for me) than the 60, but slower feeling).
I can get up to highway speeds and maintain, but let off the gas in the slightest and it immediately slows. Also it does not seem to want to pick up speed gradually (from say roughly 45 to 60 MPH ish) unless I floor it. Gradually push the accelerator down, but no real response - I mean really slow and if I run into any incline it is noticeable (it is pretty flat in cosatal Virginia). At about 1/4" from the floor and no gradual acceleration until i put it to the floor - then it downshifts and accelerates well.
It sat for a year then I got it inspected, brakes replaced (upgrate to larger discs and pads), topped off all fluids, lube and general check. Mechanic said good and solid.
Does not seem to be a dragging brake (runs straight without brakes and continues straight when I apply the brakes).
Gas mileage is 9 to 8.5 MPG (not as good as I hoped, but not a shocker as I have had my 87 since about 1993). Seems smooth running but a little shaky engine-wise when I come off the interstate.
Is this normal? Any recommendations? Thanks
I can get up to highway speeds and maintain, but let off the gas in the slightest and it immediately slows. Also it does not seem to want to pick up speed gradually (from say roughly 45 to 60 MPH ish) unless I floor it. Gradually push the accelerator down, but no real response - I mean really slow and if I run into any incline it is noticeable (it is pretty flat in cosatal Virginia). At about 1/4" from the floor and no gradual acceleration until i put it to the floor - then it downshifts and accelerates well.
It sat for a year then I got it inspected, brakes replaced (upgrate to larger discs and pads), topped off all fluids, lube and general check. Mechanic said good and solid.
Does not seem to be a dragging brake (runs straight without brakes and continues straight when I apply the brakes).
Gas mileage is 9 to 8.5 MPG (not as good as I hoped, but not a shocker as I have had my 87 since about 1993). Seems smooth running but a little shaky engine-wise when I come off the interstate.
Is this normal? Any recommendations? Thanks