Do we really have minivan engines?
06-03-2007, 03:33 AM
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Seeing as my wife has had two minivans,both with the 3.8, I can assure you it's a damn good engine. The 3.8 has never failed us nor given us one problem whatsoever. People need to get over the hangup of the 3.8 being a mini van engine. Had their been hemi's in the mini van and JK no one would have blinked an eye.
06-03-2007, 04:15 AM
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gah whats the big deal, its an upgraded engine. the 4.0 was OLD technology. Just like back in the 50's 60's and 70's Chevy went from the 265 to the 283 to a 327 and 350 and so forth. There's no sense in not upgrading.
We heard this same complaint when the 258 (or 4.2) was killed for the 4.0 back in the CJ to YJ days.
I just wish they would stick a V8 back in the Jeeps. I miss my old 304 in my CJ that thing was wicked and got close to the same mileage as this V6...
We heard this same complaint when the 258 (or 4.2) was killed for the 4.0 back in the CJ to YJ days.
I just wish they would stick a V8 back in the Jeeps. I miss my old 304 in my CJ that thing was wicked and got close to the same mileage as this V6...
06-03-2007, 04:28 AM
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!960's Hemi 426 Engine and some application's it came in, Plymouth Coronet, Cuda, Roadrunner, Charger, Plymouth Belvedere, and more.
Daddy I don't want the 426 Coronet Engine , I want the Cuda 426 it's way better Daddy, same engine different car, that's how silly this thread is.
Daddy I don't want the 426 Coronet Engine , I want the Cuda 426 it's way better Daddy, same engine different car, that's how silly this thread is.
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06-03-2007, 09:32 AM
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06-03-2007, 11:22 AM
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!960's Hemi 426 Engine and some application's it came in, Plymouth Coronet, Cuda, Roadrunner, Charger, Plymouth Belvedere, and more.
Daddy I don't want the 426 Coronet Engine , I want the Cuda 426 it's way better Daddy, same engine different car, that's how silly this thread is.
Daddy I don't want the 426 Coronet Engine , I want the Cuda 426 it's way better Daddy, same engine different car, that's how silly this thread is.
06-03-2007, 12:53 PM
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Hemi's a Hemi, 396 a 396, 427 a 427 (a 3.8 a 3.8) that's it....
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06-03-2007, 01:38 PM
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nam6869usmc.. you might chill out, I realize you are defending the JK, which is great and all, but the original question was a simple one? Is this engine from a minivan? the answer is yes... its that simple, no one was bashing the JK..
Most here realize that engines are useful in more than one vehicle, and the JK is a new use for this engine,
which IMHO this engine is nothing to write home about....
In regards to the reliability, I can't comment on, although here, numerous members have experienced overheating and spurratic stalling along with a few other problems.
Technically it is dissapointing.. it is an old push rod design, 12 valves, no type of variable valve timing or even dual over head cams.. and the performance illustrates the technology.
I'm sure people here will bash me for complaining about the JK engine, which is fine, I am a huge fan of Wranglers, and many other Jeeps in general, but the JK engine isn't up to par compared to similar powerplants from Toyota or Nissan. I consider myself a Jeep fan, but we can have a better Jeep if the powerlant is more powerful, smoother, and more efficient. I don't unerstand the mentallity of "treason" if you have an issue with a part of a vehicle you like.
The engine is quick enough for most, powerfull enough to off road for 99% of us, and it is probably smooth enough, and reliable enough for a wrangler, I just feel that the powertrain IS the weakest link for the JK.
What I would really be happy with...
Example.. Nissan Xterra.. 261HP, 281Torque 4.0L V-6. also (5speed auto) DOHC
24 Valve
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
Variable Intake System
Micropolished Crankshaft
That said, I still love my Jeep.
Most here realize that engines are useful in more than one vehicle, and the JK is a new use for this engine,
which IMHO this engine is nothing to write home about....
In regards to the reliability, I can't comment on, although here, numerous members have experienced overheating and spurratic stalling along with a few other problems.
Technically it is dissapointing.. it is an old push rod design, 12 valves, no type of variable valve timing or even dual over head cams.. and the performance illustrates the technology.
I'm sure people here will bash me for complaining about the JK engine, which is fine, I am a huge fan of Wranglers, and many other Jeeps in general, but the JK engine isn't up to par compared to similar powerplants from Toyota or Nissan. I consider myself a Jeep fan, but we can have a better Jeep if the powerlant is more powerful, smoother, and more efficient. I don't unerstand the mentallity of "treason" if you have an issue with a part of a vehicle you like.
The engine is quick enough for most, powerfull enough to off road for 99% of us, and it is probably smooth enough, and reliable enough for a wrangler, I just feel that the powertrain IS the weakest link for the JK.
What I would really be happy with...
Example.. Nissan Xterra.. 261HP, 281Torque 4.0L V-6. also (5speed auto) DOHC
24 Valve
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
Variable Intake System
Micropolished Crankshaft
That said, I still love my Jeep.
06-03-2007, 01:52 PM
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USMC.. you might chill out, I realize you are defending the JFK, which is great and all, but the original question was a simple one? Is this engine from a minivan? the answer is yes... its that simple, no one was bashing the JFK..
Most here realize that engines are useful in more than one vehicle, and the JFK is a new use for this engine,
which IMHO this engine is nothing to write home about....
In regards to the reliability, I can't comment on, although here, numerous members have experienced overheating and sporadic stalling along with a few other problems.
Technically it is disappointing.. it is an old push rod design, 12 valves, no type of variable valve timing or even dual over head cams.. and the performance illustrates the technology.
I'm sure people here will bash me for complaining about the JFK engine, which is fine, I am a huge fan of Wranglers, and many other Jeeps in general, but the JFK engine isn't up to par compared to similar power plants from Toyota or Nissan. I consider myself a Jeep fan, but we can have a better Jeep if the petulant is more powerful, smoother, and more efficient. I don't understand the mentality of "treason" if you have an issue with a part of a vehicle you like.
The engine is quick enough for most, powerfull enough to off road for 99% of us, and it is probably smooth enough, and reliable enough for a wrangler, I just feel that the powertrain IS the weakest link for the JK.
What I would really be happy with...
Example.. Nissan Xterra.. 261HP, 281Torque 4.0L V-6. also (5speed auto) DOHC
24 Valve
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
Variable Intake System
Micropolished Crankshaft
That said, I still love my Jeep.
Most here realize that engines are useful in more than one vehicle, and the JFK is a new use for this engine,
which IMHO this engine is nothing to write home about....
In regards to the reliability, I can't comment on, although here, numerous members have experienced overheating and sporadic stalling along with a few other problems.
Technically it is disappointing.. it is an old push rod design, 12 valves, no type of variable valve timing or even dual over head cams.. and the performance illustrates the technology.
I'm sure people here will bash me for complaining about the JFK engine, which is fine, I am a huge fan of Wranglers, and many other Jeeps in general, but the JFK engine isn't up to par compared to similar power plants from Toyota or Nissan. I consider myself a Jeep fan, but we can have a better Jeep if the petulant is more powerful, smoother, and more efficient. I don't understand the mentality of "treason" if you have an issue with a part of a vehicle you like.
The engine is quick enough for most, powerfull enough to off road for 99% of us, and it is probably smooth enough, and reliable enough for a wrangler, I just feel that the powertrain IS the weakest link for the JK.
What I would really be happy with...
Example.. Nissan Xterra.. 261HP, 281Torque 4.0L V-6. also (5speed auto) DOHC
24 Valve
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
Variable Intake System
Micropolished Crankshaft
That said, I still love my Jeep.
Off the the forum for good...It's definitely a great place for sensible questions & JK info. Bye Bye children.
06-03-2007, 04:37 PM
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Bottom ____________.....as long as it responds to my needs I don't care if the last vehicle the 3.8 engine was installed was a Gremlin.....
, I hope I don't have to swap it with a VTEC before my last payment is made... 
, I hope I don't have to swap it with a VTEC before my last payment is made...
06-03-2007, 05:41 PM
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Oh little boy, you made your day by telling the Nam Vet to chill out, you get a Scouts medal for that, you would of clean my machine gun in the Nam, I can't hear you boy speak up......... When you deal with some kids it's sucks.
Off the the forum for good...It's definitely a great place for sensible questions & JK info. Bye Bye children.
Off the the forum for good...It's definitely a great place for sensible questions & JK info. Bye Bye children.