RonW Posted July 17, 2004 Share Posted July 17, 2004 I currently own a '93 SC300 that I bought new. It has 129,000 miles on it and runs (dare I say) better then ever. I recently purchased a '00 SC300 with 26,000 miles on it. I thought since I liked my '93 so much, and being concerned that it might be getting long in the tooth, I would buy the cleanest '00 I could find, and it is clean, runs great and looks new. However I am noticing a few differences, one of whitch is a bit concerning. My '00 doesn't seem as responsive as my '93, specifically at mild exceleration. Seems like my '93 downshifts more agressively. I was wondering if the shift points may be adjustable, as they are on many cars. Would appreciate any input. Another small difference is the change in the speedo and clock display. The '93 has a bright and very visable LED type display, and the '00 has a LCD type display that is much harder to see. Also does anyone know what is under the side ground effects that the '00 has. Personally I like the cleaner look of the '93, but thats just my opinion. I am thinking of removing them? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWJ Posted July 17, 2004 Share Posted July 17, 2004 '00 ecm system is difficult. Maybe there is a way to get your stocker slushbox to shift firmer. Stall converter or valve body - you'll have to go to a good shop and they will want a lot of money. I don't know if it would be worth it without putting a turbo on there first. I really don't know what is under those skirts. Maybe some mounting pieces and body panel. You might have a couple holes or something left behind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonW Posted July 17, 2004 Author Share Posted July 17, 2004 AWJ thnx 4 response. I am not really talking about the hardness or softness of shifts but more when downshifts kick in on mild excelleration. I know on other cars I have had these points can be adjusted through a linkage adjustment and thats what I am wondering about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWJ Posted July 17, 2004 Share Posted July 17, 2004 As far as I know - those auto boxes are fully electronic. To change shift points requires prgram change via eprom flash or standalone - consult a good performance shop - they may be able to help. I don't know of any mechanical adjustment on those things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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