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Old Dec 11, 2009 | 06:47 AM
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Just wondering if driving our tC's this time of year in a place such as phoenix, AZ, where there is relatively low altitude and temperatures reach only 60-65 degrees during the day and nighttime lows of 40 degrees... would these conditions make for a better performing toyota 2.4L?? Slightly higher whp or torque?
Old Dec 11, 2009 | 07:04 AM
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Old Dec 11, 2009 | 07:24 AM
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lol its -11 degrees where i am now, wonder how much faster my car is? oh wait theres snow...
Old Dec 11, 2009 | 07:01 PM
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Colder and/or denser air is always a good thing I believe.
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Seriously? Wow!
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Sea level and cold air are always good for power. Pressure is the biggest factor, followed by ambient temp, and then humidity...in general.
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