I cleared it after a start from a red light. I was not in cruise. Expressway was entirely flat. Road was of average condition.
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So, it cost $400 ? Now, is the payoff worth the $400 spent ? I know over a period of time the mpg gained will make up the difference but we all like to see immediate results when we buy a product or do a mod. Is there that immediate feedback and reaction that lets you know that this is $400 well spent ? I would like something to bring back what the larger tires took away , at the least.
I think if you do a cost per HP gained you would find it well with in the norm on that. Then add the benifit of the MPG's gained and the trans operating correctly with the adjusted tire size it sounds like it would be worth it.
Yeah, Ive just read that the hp gain is in the upper rpm range , higher than we normally run our Jeeps. Same with the torque. Whats the point of having more power at 5.5K rpm when you need it from 0 thru 3.5K ?
I just want those mpg numbers!
As stated, the more impressive HP gain is in the upper RPM ranges yes - this is actually true for many performance products . But there is still asustained 5-15 on the majority of the curve. As Sal stated... The tire size adjustment, rev limits make it worth while, but also fan temp change is very useful. The ability to cut that fan on while wheeling at Uwharrie would probably have prevented my "Trans Over Temp" warnings especially since my fan refused to come on at all, lol. Now, with this programmer, I can have this fan set at 185, and have it cut on at 195f.. or 200f... keeping my engine and tranny cool while I wheel, this is extremely beneficial for the 3.7s without the 4LO and/or Factory Tow Package - it is definitely worth the buck when you consider the fact that most CAI's get you the 5-10 in the same higher RPM ranges and they cost 3/4's the cost of this programmer and don't offer half the perks - And we haven't even touched the potential ill effects of CAI...
When you put it simply... Would I rather have a Programmer for 400, or a CAI for 325.... You better take the programmer.
Yeah, I definitely never wanted to spend the $325 for an intake, just done think what you get is worth it. I do like the speedo calibration and especially being able to tune the tranny for oversized tires. MPG gain would be icing on the cake ! You know, I think every V6 Ive been out on the trails with has had the "tranny temp" light come on, except for myself, knock on wood.