I've been putting off giving my JKU the TLC it deserves, but I'm coming into a position where it's finally possible, and I want to start with the intake. Does anyone have any setups or brands they'd recommend?
Looking to upgrade the intake on '16 JKU sport. Recommendations?
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I've been putting off giving my JKU the TLC it deserves, but I'm coming into a position where it's finally possible, and I want to start with the intake. Does anyone have any setups or brands they'd recommend?
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They don’t really do much in terms of performance, but the last two I’ve had (Banks currently and AFE on a TJ) both Gabe the Jeep a little more growl under the hood. Nothing that was noticeable in performance however.
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What is your eventual goal with your Jeep?
Do you have any other mods?
Do you have any other mods?
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So far, just a3.5" lift, 35" tires, and rock sliders. I want a little more performance out of it so intake and exhaust, and eventually upgraded lights, bumpers and fenders.
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Skip the intake and go for headlights
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there isn't really a lot out there on intakes and actual dyno results
many make claims but they don't back it up or combine it with other changes and claim its the CAI
of the few solid tests i've seen the CAI loses power when compared to the stock intake
many make claims but they don't back it up or combine it with other changes and claim its the CAI
of the few solid tests i've seen the CAI loses power when compared to the stock intake
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Skip the intake and go right to headlights and bumpers... And when you do the exhaust, choose a high tuck for better "off road" performance. I like the aFe Mach Force High Tuck.
Assuming 3.6 motor...
aFe Power 49-46212 Mach Force XP Hi-Tuck 2.5" CAT Back Exhaust for 12-18 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited JK 4 Door with 3.6L
The aFe Mach Force XP High Tuck cat-back systems are designed for maximum ground clearance and performance. These aFe systems are finished off with a Hi-Tuck tip that is dumped right behind the rear axle which was developed to give your Jeep extra clearance during extreme angle climbs or descents.
Intakes and exhausts don't do much at all, especially on naturally aspirated motors. The only way you'd get any gains from intake/exhaust mods are on cars with forced induction where a larger, decatted downpipe or larger intake with a bigger turbo inlet pipe to improve airflow. As for the 3.6, you'd end up getting worse fuel economy and either no power gain, a little power gain (1-2 hp) or lose that amount of power. It's a stupid modification for performance. However, it'll give you some more noise. Just get headlights.
The best performance mod for a Jeep once you go with bigger tires is the gearing. If you haven’t reprogrammed your speedo for the bigger tires then that will also help the trans shift properly.
A throttle programmer will give you a better performance feel.
Under hood CIA and throttle body spacers are just gimmicks. A snorkel on the other hand is useful.
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A throttle programmer will give you a better performance feel.
Under hood CIA and throttle body spacers are just gimmicks. A snorkel on the other hand is useful.
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Well put. Also, a snorkel needs supporting mods like extended breather tubes and waterproofing parts and removing carpeting to ensure damage is minimal after a deep water crossing.
Oh yeah, I forgot about that!
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Coming from the hot rod world, it takes 25 horses to feel a difference. That’s why all these intake offering say 10 or so. The only way to get that 10 or so is to get it out faster with exhaust and upgraded injector upgrades. The only real thing you get With just an intake is sound. If you want real seat of the pants difference regear Is the only option with these Jeeps.
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$30 bucks
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Cheapest Air Intake for 3.6L Pentastar Jeep = $30 Crossover Tube DIY
Jeep Unlimited Wrangler JK and JKU diy suspension engine interior upgrade issues offroad overland rock sahara pcm wiring pump camping lift tires wheel
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I've been looking at getting the speedo programmer, but shifting isn't an issue, I have a manual. I didn't consider a snorkel because I'm in the middle of a desert and I thought they were just for water, will definitely look into one
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Jscan will take care of adjusting your speedometer along with a myriad of other functions.
Snorkels are great for dusty environments especially if you are following other vehicles kicking up dust.
Snorkels are great for dusty environments especially if you are following other vehicles kicking up dust.
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