Anyone near NYC with a automatic HZJ73?

[dreko]

I'd love to ride or test drive one... I know everyone says the automatic transmission is slow... but I'd like to get a first hand experience...

Anyone know of or have one near NYC? Should I ask for winning lottery numbers instead? (better odds lol)


thanks

 

[AndrewHadji]

Hell the manual is slow.... 1st 2nd and third are the peppiest, but that only takes you to about 60 kmh.... 1st is good for about 12 feet merge in 4th and ride it as long as you can, 5 is an OD for sure, you will need to kick down if there is a grade. I could post a gopro for you

 

[Gun Runner 5]

Based on my experience ... BJ74 .... Auto gearbox .... Here are my observations:
If you accelerate at a normal rate (Not NASCAR restart rate) the transmission has a tendency to shift into overdrive too quickly which can be a real pain, especially on an incline. One option is to shift manually, perhaps staying in 3rd for a longer period especially on an incline. Like with most automatic transmissions, if you press the accelerator far enough the logic takes over (think passing gear) and off you go. (It actually has fairly impressive acceleration in this situation)
This parts important ..... Virtually all Toyota diesels are slow regardless of transmission. If you want to go fast, buy a 2500 Diesel Dodge or Chevy and forget the little Toyota.
Disclaimer ..... I'm on my second Toyota automatic transmission and wouldn't hesitate to buy another one.
Hope that helps ......