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Old 01-27-2011, 11:24 AM
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So from what I know my Jeep is all stock in the engine. I'd like to know what would be the best way to get a bit more power. After 100k miles i'm sure the engine isn't what it used to be but it would be great to get a bit more punch

New fuel injectors?
CAI?


I have a cat-back exhaust but I don't think that does much.


I'm also looking for suggestions on aftermarket add-ons. I'm used to BMWs so I'm a bit new to what would be cool to mod on a Jeep inside/outside. I have the brush guard, life and KC lights so "check check check" on those already
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get a 5.9zj...
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get a 5.9zj...
Eh, not really noticably more powerful, sadly.

Stroke it.
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Only way to really get a noticeable boost in power is to stroke it.
JP mag (IIRC) did an article on bolt on power adders, most did about 5hp at most, and some even lost hp.
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ouch... none of those sound good.

I think stroking the motor would be $$$$ no?
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HP=$$$$$
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Stroke! Stroke! Stroke! Stroke! Stroke!
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Originally Posted by krawlthis
Stroke! Stroke! Stroke! Stroke! Stroke!
thats what he said!
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thats what he said!
I knew it was comin..... That's also what she said
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32-33" tires, 4.56:1 gears, lockers, and a 320lb.ft. producing stroker.

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32-33" tires, 4.56:1 gears, lockers, and a 320lb.ft. producing stroker.

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anyone know where I can look into stroking the motor?

I wouldn't mind more torque. I don't want a racehorse, just a bit more oomph
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