SpartyKrunk
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ARB also has snorkel kits btw.
Serious question...
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yeah I have noticed, nice price!!
http://www.google.com/products?hl=e...a=X&oi=product_result_group&ct=title&resnum=4
http://www.google.com/products?hl=e...a=X&oi=product_result_group&ct=title&resnum=4
SpartyKrunk
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oh, you're being sarcastic. lol. i think its worth it.
SpartyKrunk
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Yeah, or you can ask one for Christmas, or make a p.o.s. from Home Depot pcp pipe. (not recommended.)
SpartyKrunk
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well of course, for now. but even with a snorkel, you will still have an AEM filter.
SpartyKrunk
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most mpg upgrades always outweigh the cost/benefit balance over time.
SpartyKrunk
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just getting them the first time is the hard part.
MischiefMan
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There are alternatives to snorkels that do not require you to cut holes in the fenders. There is an interesting set-up, I think it's on GO JEEP, that relocates your air intake to the low pressure area at the base of the windshield.
You can add a throttle body spacer too to help with the breathing. Along the same vein, as with most vehicles, less exhaust restriction helps. You do not want to open your exhaust too much though, or you'll lose the back pressure that provides the higher torque from the 4.0. I've read that a 2.5" pipe si the most you'll want to go to, after that it has a negative effect on the torque.
The 4.0 is pretty much bullet-proof, but has known cooling issues.
Do you have a 231 transfer case or a 242 (does it have full-time four wheel drive?)? You can tell from the shift pattern, or you can crawl under and look at the little red tag on the back of the TC. There is also a link in the FAQ to help you determine.
Not knowing what kinda of gas mileage you're getting now, it is hard to say what you can do to improve it, if much of anything. Tire size and gearing will help determine it. I think that Good Burboun told me, once upon a time, that he's getting near 18 mpg on his 31's. My ancient '86, rolling on 33's with 3.73 gears with the 2.8L V6, gets around 12-13 (my max speed is 65 btw....and I do mean MAX!!!...that's downhill, with the wind, in the draft of an 18-wheeler). DG's '91, 4.0HO, 35's, 4.10's, gets around 10 on the highway.
I think that most people around here, who maintain their XJ's as DD's, get between 15-18, and tire size + gearing seems to be the main difference.
At some point, you're going to have to decide what direction you'll want to take your XJ in. They are extremely capable vehicles, in many areas. As with all things, it comes down to what compromises you're willing to make.
You can add a throttle body spacer too to help with the breathing. Along the same vein, as with most vehicles, less exhaust restriction helps. You do not want to open your exhaust too much though, or you'll lose the back pressure that provides the higher torque from the 4.0. I've read that a 2.5" pipe si the most you'll want to go to, after that it has a negative effect on the torque.
The 4.0 is pretty much bullet-proof, but has known cooling issues.
Do you have a 231 transfer case or a 242 (does it have full-time four wheel drive?)? You can tell from the shift pattern, or you can crawl under and look at the little red tag on the back of the TC. There is also a link in the FAQ to help you determine.
Not knowing what kinda of gas mileage you're getting now, it is hard to say what you can do to improve it, if much of anything. Tire size and gearing will help determine it. I think that Good Burboun told me, once upon a time, that he's getting near 18 mpg on his 31's. My ancient '86, rolling on 33's with 3.73 gears with the 2.8L V6, gets around 12-13 (my max speed is 65 btw....and I do mean MAX!!!...that's downhill, with the wind, in the draft of an 18-wheeler). DG's '91, 4.0HO, 35's, 4.10's, gets around 10 on the highway.
I think that most people around here, who maintain their XJ's as DD's, get between 15-18, and tire size + gearing seems to be the main difference.
At some point, you're going to have to decide what direction you'll want to take your XJ in. They are extremely capable vehicles, in many areas. As with all things, it comes down to what compromises you're willing to make.
scottmcneal
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Yea, cause i have over 200 thou on mine..:dunno:.. Sorry but i won't jump on this boat..ALL my 4X4s and trucks have K&N in them.. But i live in the desert in CA, so we don't get dirt i guess...Hell, i have one in my motorhome, but it is a diesel pusher....that filter cost more than my first jeep did..LOL
MischiefMan
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As with everything, YMMV...but, as sad as I am to say this, I must agree with Sparty...
If you don't maintain the K&N religiously, they are bad for a motor. There has been enough scientific testing (vs. real life experience) to convince me that the negatives outweigh the positives of a K&N.
If you don't maintain the K&N religiously, they are bad for a motor. There has been enough scientific testing (vs. real life experience) to convince me that the negatives outweigh the positives of a K&N.
xxmidianxx
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MischiefMan
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Yeah....yeah....you're just jealous cuz he likes me better than you.
xxmidianxx
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I am not here to be liked... I am here to baby sit you guys.
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SpartyKrunk
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Well, in my opinion, the point of a snorkel is to find a fresher source of clean air instead of breathing in the exhaust of the car in front of you. It also breathes air from the top, generally cleaner since the dirt settles close to ground level.
Yeah it does. I just didn't wanna mention that to you. lol. But I hinted it, by mentioning the addition of an intercooler. lol
SpartyKrunk
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