2.9 Mods-MPG and Power

[Gotta_gofast]

although the 4.0 is a good engine, i just dont think the swap is for me. Also, they were. 0-145, 2/3 times other was 100-140 but that was against a 2wd explorer of which i didn't beat bt kept up with. again, not trying to start shit. stop being a dick

Who said I was being a dick? You seem to be quick to call names and get defensive.

 

[Gotta_gofast]

your right, it was auto 4x4 hubs unlocked many a time(3 different trucks). ive only seen 1 2wd 5 speed 4.0

To this (I'm informing you since you don't know) if the vehicle is a 4x4 (even if it was in 2wd) the added weight of a transfercase, driveshaft, front axle, and larger tires play a very big role in acceleration. The added height of a 4x4 equates to greater wind resistance.

Its funny how people become critics as soon as theres no attachment to them. (via internet) i placed a thread very similair to this one and had the same result. i personally am not a fan of the 4.0's but am huge into 2.9 +5.0 swaps. i refuse to 4.0 swap it as i dont think the 4.0 is "better" maybe it has better gas milage, in certain situations, but im not motor swaping anytime soon. I too can be called a hillbilly but i dont live in the south. im canadian, but i friggin wish i could come to that sweet bog fest. if i had time and money to drive there i would. sounds like lots of fun. hoping for a v8 swap soon.

The reason all of "these people" suggest a 4.0L swap is because its economical and easy. Sure, a 5.0L swap would make more power, but its level of difficulty is ten fold over a 4.0L swap. You get very defensive and bitter on the internet (this is the second thread I've noticed). See, the thing is we have experience. We're doing more than suggestions and theories here. The personal experience is a great asset. Once again, I'm not trying to be a "dick" to you. I'm sorry you think we're all "fighting" you, because we're not. We're just stating (from experience) the benefits and cost effectiveness of a 4.0L swap when the OP's goal is more power on a budget.

 

[The Fox]

Just an odd question, how much does the stock transfer cases weigh? I have not dropped mine or any others, but I assume around 200lbs-ish.
Nick

 

[jaymegriffiths]

To this (I'm informing you since you don't know) if the vehicle is a 4x4 (even if it was in 2wd) the added weight of a transfercase, driveshaft, front axle, and larger tires play a very big role in acceleration. The added height of a 4x4 equates to greater wind resistance.




The reason all of "these people" suggest a 4.0L swap is because its economical and easy. Sure, a 5.0L swap would make more power, but its level of difficulty is ten fold over a 4.0L swap. You get very defensive and bitter on the internet (this is the second thread I've noticed). See, the thing is we have experience. We're doing more than suggestions and theories here. The personal experience is a great asset. Once again, I'm not trying to be a "dick" to you. I'm sorry you think we're all "fighting" you, because we're not. We're just stating (from experience) the benefits and cost effectiveness of a 4.0L swap when the OP's goal is more power on a budget.

Fine. Ill drop it and start fresh. just please stop telling me the benifits of a 4.0 swap im not interested. thanks for your suggestions and im not trying to comw off bitter, but im not the only one. my appologies

 

[Gotta_gofast]

Don't worry Jay. This thread isn't about you. Its about Watkins65 and his need for more power. We are in no way suggesting that you undergo a 4.0L swap.

 

[Psychopete]

I'm going to see what kind of mpg's I can get out of it. Stock height 2wd 2.9 auto... I'm hoping to get mid 20's with tune-up and fluids, maybe exhaust and intake. What do you guys think?

You could probably get low 20s on the highway as it sets. 17-19 city seems pretty typical. Exhaust would take a long time to pay off, if there was any gain to be had, it would certainly take a long time for it to pay itself off. Intake; that's just something you'd have to mess around with.

Pete

 

[AKBroncoII]

swap to a manual.

 

[jaymegriffiths]

swap to a manual.

Agreed!!! My 2.9 gets 24-26 highway with the 5 speed. gearing puts it in a good place. The right gears do make a difference. My city milage is about 16-21, depending how I drive (Seems to favor the 16 side of things! )
Tune ups also don't hurt.

 

[Hahnsb2]

Just an odd question, how much does the stock transfer cases weigh? I have not dropped mine or any others, but I assume around 200lbs-ish.
Nick

60LBS I'd say.

 

[Southern_Trendkill]

I was looking at the Jet Performance Power Module. Does anyone know if a stage one will still be effective with a performance intake and exhaust? I can't find a stage 2 for sale anywhere.

 

[Gotta_gofast]

When you install the jet performance module, you will notice a similar increase in power as the tornado or throttle body spacer.

 

[JTH1972]

I thought those Tornado's were just gimmics?

I found an 88 2.9 at the wreckers with something jammed into the intake hose. Is this supposed to be one of those tornado's?

 

[Gotta_gofast]

Yep, thats a tornado-based-product. Power gains are similar to removing the stock airbox and adding a high flow cone filter from autozone to your intake.

 

[Gotta_gofast]

...alrighty JHT1972, I'll quit with the jokes. Jet Chips, tornados, TB spacers, removing your heat shields and installing a cone filter... its all a huge waste of money. I know, I know... I'm bad with the jokes.

 

[JTH1972]

ok, now I have no idea if you're joking or not... lol

damn cold... brain's not working...