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Old 01-17-2007, 12:24 PM
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Re: 2.5L performance?

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Originally Posted by hummer-recovery-inc View Post
check out this month's JP magazine, big write up on modifying the 2.5/4.0, basically leave the 2.5 alone, with exception of avenger s/chargers. Bolt on parts do nothing for the 2.5l, sometimes they actually reduce power. If jeep could've gotten more ponies from it, they would of.The throttle body is sized to provide hp's AND torque. If jeep could've just made one t-body for both, they would of, it would've been cheaper. Adding three ponies is not worth your time nor is it noticeable, assuming you actually get them.And you may even lose some low-end. Your 2.5l wiil serve you well, leave it alone and regear your axe's.
While I'll agree that no single mod will have a huge impact for a 2.5L, doing several can. The most bang for the buck is a electric fan conversion. Instead of trying to squeeze more power from the motor, it frees up some that were already there but being used
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