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Old 06-16-10 | 11:04 PM
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Is that "ECT SLOW" model gonna save some gas? and do you guys no where I can buy a cheaper carbon side skirt? thx
Old 06-16-10 | 11:14 PM
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It's ECT SNOW, not SLOW. And, if I had to make an educated guess, I would say it would indeed help to save some gas.

ECT SNOW eliminates the powerful first gear in your car and designates 2nd gear as "ground." Furthermore, it severely reduces throttle sensitivity and torque delivered to the wheels upon partial throttle application.

In general it makes for a very smooth ride particularly during stop and go traffic. I use it from time to time even if it's not snowing or raining.

I almost always use it during heavy rain.
Old 06-16-10 | 11:33 PM
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everytime i get into my 350 i put it in SNOW, such nice smooth acceleration
Old 06-17-10 | 12:21 AM
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Damn, I hella LOL'ed. I suppose ECT SLOW is a pretty apt term though.
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