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Dec 12, 2004 | 10:05 AM

99stocksport

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best 1st upgrade

i just got a 99 explorer sport 4x4 over the summer and have been lookin around at the possible performance upgrades. i am on a limited budget(student) and woudl like to improve my trucks mpg ang power. so my question for yall is what is the best upgrade for the dollar?

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Davis

Dec 12, 2004 | 10:22 AM

stevef100s

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I would have to say exhaust upgrades, and upgrades to the air intake system (filter, box, etc) would be the basis of any changes made towards more power and mpg.

Dec 12, 2004 | 01:30 PM

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I think JBA makes some shorty headers for your application. Maybe even CARB approved so they will smog:

http://www.jbaheaders.com/

Dec 12, 2004 | 02:11 PM

99stocksport

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i know k&n makes a intake kit for my truck but that cost over $200 is there a company thats makes a cheaper on or is ther a way to make something myself that will do the same as buying something new?

thanks again
Davis

Dec 14, 2004 | 01:26 PM

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How about a computer chip/upgrade?

Something you can increase fuel/timing for performance then set back to stock for towing or economy.
I think Diablo Sport has something http://diablosport.com/main.php

Dec 14, 2004 | 01:35 PM

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Feb 27, 2005 | 09:00 PM

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K&N or the likes, syn. oils but not to heavy.

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Mar 5, 2005 | 02:53 AM

bigblocksix

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the best basic bolt on, horse power per dollar mod would have to be headers and true duals with a cross over pipe, if you have emmisions in your area you will still have to use cats, but it will still make a huge differerence. start with bolting on headers (save some cash by doing it yourself) then go to a local hot rod exhaust shop and get them to bend you some duals, make shure to ask for a cross over pipe as it realy helps