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2.5 lift and 33s. expect power loss?

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Old 02-27-2012, 07:47 AM
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Default 2.5 lift and 33s. expect power loss?

2011 wrangler. Automatic with 3.73s. Will remain stock since there is no programming available. If I do 2.5 lift and 33s. Will I be takin a huge power loss? Not concerned with fuel mileage. I didn't figure 33s would be a huge power loss or will I be surprised?

Will a air intake help revive any power?
Old 02-27-2012, 08:23 AM
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I have the same set up but i have 4.10's. Around the city its alright but on the hwy you'll notice some loss. Nothing too crazy though.
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It's not bad but I'd say u better get a procal to adjust your shift points
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I got the same set up on a 08. Make sure u program it for the 33s.
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I noticed a very minor power loss when I went to 33s. It really sucked when I went on mountain highways.

However... my superchips makes it run even better than stock!
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Yeah I would definitely get the pro cal to adjust for the tires and center the steering. I had one guy tell me his 33s were 25 lbs heavier each than his 35s so his jk feels better with the 35s. I guess I need to consider that now also. This is complicated lol.

If the 2011 had some kind of aftermarket programmer, I wouldn't think twice about it.



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