Re: more power an better mileage???

From: pennywise03@comcast.net
Date: Mon Feb 16 2004 - 00:15:01 EST


Ah ok i can understand that point ... an so ya sayin i should ditch the 10" for a better option like a cold air intake for starters??? any thoughts on the power chips available for the 3.9
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> In article <021520041830.18620.dd5@comcast.net>, pennywise03@comcast.net
> writes:
> >
> >
> > Hey all ok here's the dilemma i need advice i have an '03 sxt 3.9 manny tran.
> an I want to find engine mods that will not only give me more hp but better mpg
> any thoughts on where to start would be greatly appreciated ..the only mod done
> so far is i took off the factory air intake an swapped in a 10" round k&n
> filter..thanks ..Jake
>
> That 10" round filter will hurt you in performance, as you'll be pulling in
> hotter air.
>
> You cannot get *both* mileage and performance. At least not at the same time.
> Many of the same mods that get more power will also get more mileage, but if
> you dive a tank of gas "hard" you won't get the extra mileage - only the extra
> performance. Likewise, if you drive "civilly", you'll get better mileage, but
> you won't be lighting up the 0-60 timer.



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