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i have a 92 f150 with a 302 in it, and im about to put a 4 in lift on my truck. i know i am going to lose a lot of power when i do this. what are some ways to increase horse power on a smaller budget? and also, is a K&N air intake system worth the money?
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You don't lose power with a lift, you perceive to lose power with larger tires. This is compensated for by changing the gear ratio. If it's a 4x4 (I hope it is, lifted 2wd trucks look ghey) then you need to change the ratio in both axles.
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Originally Posted by pacrewchief
I do not think you will lose any power with the lift just mpg due to the increased wind resistance. I think the K&N is worth the money.
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Get new gears.....that will compensate for the tires......the cold air kit is a waste of money...get a K&N drop in filter and get the air horn (from the airbox to the front of the truck) for either a 300-6 or 460...they have a different route and get colder air up in there.
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Yea and find out what type of gears he's going to install...alot of brands sing when they're put it.....Motive being one of them.....You'd be better off buying each gear set yourself and bringing it in...most shops will usually charge you less that way....www.ringpinion.com......that's Randy's site, he's got gearing calculators and one of the best tech helps systems around.......a set of Yukon Gears is a very good choice.Luck
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