help increase hp and mpg of 22r
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help increase hp and mpg of 22r
just found an old 85 4x4 5spd w/ a 22r(carbureted of course). as of now, its growing trees out of whats left of the bed lol, but the engine dont appear to be in bad shape, although it will require some repair from sitting so long. After restoring, I plan to use it as a DD and a beach vehicle. I intend to keep it stock height w/ 31x10.50's. What are some engine mods or add ons I could get to help increase fuel economy and HP. I've been checking out lcengineering.com
After the regular(plugs, wires, cap, rotor, maybe O2 sensor), Im thinkin a 32/36 weber carb, headers, and exhaust. Ive heard about getting a heavier flywheel and the clutch kits from lcengineering, but how would that effect my mpg? any and all ideas and testimonials are greatly appreciated.
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After the regular(plugs, wires, cap, rotor, maybe O2 sensor), Im thinkin a 32/36 weber carb, headers, and exhaust. Ive heard about getting a heavier flywheel and the clutch kits from lcengineering, but how would that effect my mpg? any and all ideas and testimonials are greatly appreciated.
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most people say that headers and exhaust wont give you HP just better throttle response.
i would say check out engnbldr.com
most people say good things about his Rv cam
i would rebuild the head, if i had the time and knowhow
but after your little tuneup.
cam exhaust headers should give it a little more pep
i would say check out engnbldr.com
most people say good things about his Rv cam
i would rebuild the head, if i had the time and knowhow
but after your little tuneup.
cam exhaust headers should give it a little more pep
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most people say that headers and exhaust wont give you HP just better throttle response.
i would say check out engnbldr.com
most people say good things about his Rv cam
i would rebuild the head, if i had the time and knowhow
but after your little tuneup.
cam exhaust headers should give it a little more pep
i would say check out engnbldr.com
most people say good things about his Rv cam
i would rebuild the head, if i had the time and knowhow
but after your little tuneup.
cam exhaust headers should give it a little more pep
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thanks guys. You think any of this will help my mpg? I definatley dont want anything that will hurt it, cuz being a daily driver and just a weekend off roader, Im looking for street preformance more than anything--wouldnt mind some low end torque though
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Before tearing into my truck, I was experiencing 24-26ish mpg ALL highway, on 195's, with my automatic and a very rich burning carb
anyway, it's hard to get the best of both worlds on the 22r/e when you want both power and an increase in mpg. It's not impossible. Targetnut reports 24 mpg and respectfully 170 bhp on his setup here
you gotta find the right combination for your application. i'm a firm believer in this being the key.
btw, my ported RV head from engnbldr comes in tommorrow, so when it's installed and running, i'll let you know my results.
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thanks a lot mr priceless....I know hp and mpg is kind of an oxymoron. I guess mostly Im looking for the best fuel economy, while atleast maintaining stock HP. I just turned 17, and fueling my 89 W250 is tough when it costs 70 to fill it and only averages 8-10 mpg city.
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I second red chili- Anything that inproves overall EFFICIENCY tends to increase both fuel economy and hp because everything works better. An example would be a cold air intake-can increase fuel econ and hp. Headers as well do both. When you start into bigger cams for MORE horsepower, you will start eating more fuel. Depends what you are pushing too. BIgger tires=more rotating mass eats more fuel also. My ideal would be a 5spd trans, 4.88 gears, 33's for off road and drive in 4th gear-then switch to 28's(factory size) and use 5th--rpm is the same, but fuel econ WAY better. I get 20mpg currently running the 33's with a 4spd.
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thanks, that helps a lot!
so how bout 31x10.50's?
how do you think they would do on gas?
or would I be better off goin with 30x9.50's?
and would you suggest regearing to maintain efficiency with either of those size tires?
I will be driving mostly highway, with some summer mudding and very frequent beach usage during the summer.
thanks brooklee1000
so how bout 31x10.50's?
how do you think they would do on gas?
or would I be better off goin with 30x9.50's?
and would you suggest regearing to maintain efficiency with either of those size tires?
I will be driving mostly highway, with some summer mudding and very frequent beach usage during the summer.
thanks brooklee1000
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