Will I have the same issue? I orderd the used kit from you last week. will my mechanic have to do anything not mentioned in the modified V3 instructions (V2 install with V3 wiring diagram).

 

1) 5.13s
2)37s
3)I used the AEV Procal. I used the lazy method and measured from the top of the tire on down, but tomorrow will use chalk and do a full rotation measurement and divide by pi if you think it will make a difference. My GPS has my speedo being accurate, but couldn't hurt to be extra sure.
4) I actually have the Hypertech, but set it back to stock and bought the AEV Procal, because bfjakatambil said that the Hypertech could interfere with your programming. But if using the hypertech set to premium, etc would help I've got it on hand and can go back to it. I've currently only run the RIPP on regular gas, and haven't flipped the switch for premium, but was thinking I might try this on the next tank if you think it would make a difference.
5) I have no idea. Tell me how to check it and I will do that first thing in the morning and report the findings back.

Mattythreeputt I doubt you'll have the same issues, the kit I bought was the older one and I'm pretty sure the newer ones all have everything ready to go, no soldering after the fact necessary.

 

No the Hypertec type tuners will work against you – for example if you were to have the 91 octane performance mapping installed it would conflict with the Black Box tuning. The variables are all based on the stock tuning – anything outside the box effects the way it runs.

Measure the tires properly – you want the math spot on on the drive train so it has nothing to “complain about”.

Regular fuel can be more prone to slight knock counts – which while learning is could trigger lights.

If you followed the instructions then it took – your sensors reset and have already re calibrated. Your probably ready to go have fun.

The BOV gets tightened on the top of the valve as per the instructions - simply loosen the 12mm lock nut and use a 6mm allen wrench ton crew is inwards - bring it down until 3 threads are showing and you should be good. That will help with the auto. The valve serves main function is to release pressure in front of the blower so you don't dead-head it. You can adjust the valve to your driving style - too tight and you risk compressor surge - too loose and it takes longer to build boost because a lot of pressure has been dumped...


As of January 2009 all kits received the TRD fix pre-installed… yours should be in place already.

RIPPTECH

 

No the Hypertec type tuners will work against you – for example if you were to have the 91 octane performance mapping installed it would conflict with the Black Box tuning. The variables are all based on the stock tuning – anything outside the box effects the way it runs.

Measure the tires properly – you want the math spot on on the drive train so it has nothing to “complain about”.

Regular fuel can be more prone to slight knock counts – which while learning could trigger lights.

If you followed the instructions then it took – your sensors reset and have already re calibrated. Your probably ready to go have fun.

The BOV gets tightened on the top of the valve as per the instructions - simply loosen the 12mm lock nut and use a 6mm allen wrench ton crew is inwards - bring it down until 3 threads are showing and you should be good. That will help with the auto. The valve serves main function is to release pressure in front of the blower so you don't dead-head it. You can adjust the valve to your driving style - too tight and you risk compressor surge - too loose and it takes longer to build boost because a lot of pressure has been dumped...


As of January 2009 all kits received the TRD fix pre-installed… yours should be in place already.

RIPPTECH

 

1) Driving in the DC area sucks regardless of the time of day if you want to get to a stop light all by your lonesome to test out your new toy.

2) In a variety of tests I didn't throw the TRD:From a stop, getting on the gas hard, while going about 30mph stepping on the gas hard as though getting on the highway and general stop and go of DC area traffic where I was on it one second and had to back off the next, before getting back into it.

3) I haven't yet checked the blow off valve, but have the directions for it's install and will check to make sure it's tightened as per the install instructions.

4) Next tank of gas I'll flip the switch and move up to premium to note any differences in performance.

* And the main reason I'm keeping this blog/journal style account of my experience is because I felt like the guys who removed the RIPP kit, basically just said it didn't deliver what they were expecting or they couldn't get it to run properly, without giving many details as to the problems they experienced. Similiarly, the guys on the boards who love them basically just say it's great and they couldn't be happier. So I figured, even if I deliver too much information, at least someone who like me was seriously considering one, but didn't have one local to check out could at least read everything I'm going through and make a more informed decision.
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SaharaBlackNo1:

Good Stuff . . . .I read the forums for info constantly . . . . .thanks for taking the time to break it down the way you have. Keep posting!

I am sure you will love the Ripp even more when it is dialed in.

Thanks

DC

 

Id like to hear a 0-60 mph time also.

 

Thanks for all the good info, I've been following this thread and considering the RIPP myself. I was curious as to what MPG you are getting; and how much green did you end up forking out, overall? Thanks again!

 

JoeBlob!--long time no speak!!--please tell me you're getting a supercharger!--god I hate you!--so, basically, if Darth Vader drove a Jeep it would be yours. just sayin!--peace!

 

Actually about the only thing of note to report is that I don't really have anything to report. Seems like the JK is settling in to having the RIPP supercharger installed. I did some highway driving, where I had to get on it to merge into traffic right away, stop and go, etc... and aside from hearing the supercharger and feeling the added power and ease at which I was able to get up to speed, etc it was like it wasn't even there. No dings, warning lights, limp mode, nothing. Just a regular day of driving with extra power at hand on demand.

I'll keep breaking it in and adding up the miles til I get to 500, but if days like today continue it'll be an absolute pleasure to have the RIPP kit installed day in and day out.

Things I still plan on doing:

1) I'll see how I can go about shooting a short bit of video showing rpms and speed, to try and better illustrate the fact that while the dyno figures show the power coming in at what seems like too high a figure, when behind the wheel it seems to come in right where you need it. At least in a daily driving situation. Off road I just haven't had the chance yet to give it any sort of test.

2) Dyno numbers. I plan on getting figures without the supercharger in use and then figures with it in use.

3)Kntr asked for 0-60 numbers, so I'll attempt to get as accurate as I can there, but without a perfectly level strip that I can think of and having to use a stopwatch, these figures may not be super accurate.
*JoeBlob since you too also asked I'll see what I can do about getting this taken care of in the next couple days. Even with the added power, I don't think the JK will be setting any land speed records. lol

If anyone can think of anything else useful let me know and I'll see what I can do.