I'm the same, do not use Autowake b/c I can fill ballast to 100%, look at my numbers, then make 1-2 adjustments to get a good wave w/o draining ballast. Thus why lead helps.

Since I've been on the newer Supra's for a few years now (mine or friends), when driving I can always make a few adjustments for each rider to get a good wave as people start sitting in different spots as riders cycle through sets.