nate
11-01-2004, 02:07 PM
I've been having trouble with the ZJ in the power department. It's fine around town, on the trails, etc, but when I take it on the highway, it struggles to climb hills and generally feels like it lacks power. Sometimes I have to look back to see if I'm pulling a trailer or something.
It's very annoying, because I know tons of 4.0 ZJs are riding around on the highway with 35s, 37s, etc and having no problems. Why me? :cry:
I'm running 4.56s and 33s, so gearing is fine. I thought it was an engine/tranny problem, so I dropped it off at a reputable shop. It's been there for a while, and they haven't been able to find anything wrong with it. I wish it was one of those easy fixes like a plugged cat or something, but that's just not the case.
I've been thinking about building a stroker engine. A nicely built 4.6-4.7L can put out more power than a 5.2L.
Just looking for opinions, rough idea of total cost, etc. I've found a few kits, but they are running over $2000. I'd think it could be done cheaper.
Brentt, I know your running a 4.6L. Could you give me some details on your buildup?
It's very annoying, because I know tons of 4.0 ZJs are riding around on the highway with 35s, 37s, etc and having no problems. Why me? :cry:
I'm running 4.56s and 33s, so gearing is fine. I thought it was an engine/tranny problem, so I dropped it off at a reputable shop. It's been there for a while, and they haven't been able to find anything wrong with it. I wish it was one of those easy fixes like a plugged cat or something, but that's just not the case.
I've been thinking about building a stroker engine. A nicely built 4.6-4.7L can put out more power than a 5.2L.
Just looking for opinions, rough idea of total cost, etc. I've found a few kits, but they are running over $2000. I'd think it could be done cheaper.
Brentt, I know your running a 4.6L. Could you give me some details on your buildup?