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Tips to improve throttle response?

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Old Oct 9, 2015 | 09:28 AM
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I noticed a big difference with the sprintbooster! Made it feel Normal and not lag. Didn't add power but sure did feel like it.
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Old Oct 9, 2015 | 09:49 AM
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Originally Posted by goaterguy
There is an engineered purpose to the throttle response in the JK, more control during off road driving. Make sure you want this when modifying.
This^. I had the superchips throttle response set on mine. One trip and I immediately changed it back. Way to jerky in 4lo trying to crawl with a manual nontheless
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Old Oct 9, 2015 | 10:13 AM
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Try changing throttle spring in gas pedal assemble.

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Old Oct 9, 2015 | 11:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Zick
Try changing throttle spring in gas pedal assemble.

Pushing that gas pedal - Jeep Wrangler Forum
I wouldn't want to reduce the pedal's ability to return to "closed throttle". Removing one of the springs, or changing to a lighter one would do just that.
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Old Oct 9, 2015 | 05:14 PM
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The Sprintbooster is easily adjustable with the three settings and doesnt require any wiring. You basically disconnect the clip on the gas pedal and install it in -between. Fish the little wired remote up to your dash or console and you're done. Those that have them notice a considerable difference. Not many have them as they are pricey.
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Old Oct 15, 2015 | 05:44 PM
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My buddy swears the viper throttle body swap on his 2009 JKU was the best for throttle response. I'll be in the market when I get some extra cash
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Old Dec 12, 2015 | 05:09 PM
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Default 3.8 with auto trans goes like stink

Get a Superchips flashpaq and a sprintbooster. You'll even dust a 3.6 off the line.
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Old Dec 12, 2015 | 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Fafafofi
My buddy swears the viper throttle body swap on his 2009 JKU was the best for throttle response. I'll be in the market when I get some extra cash
I had the viper throttle body on my 2011 for about 18 months before I pulled it off. It made absolutely no detectable difference except occasionally making the yellow lightning bolt come on and my jeep acting like it was in limp mode.

Do yourself a favor and don't waste a penny on any throttle body or throttle body spacers.
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Old Dec 13, 2015 | 07:35 AM
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Just regear to a performance level for your tire size n be done with it. You WILL feel incredible throttle response. Thought I saw Jesus in the road after pushing 3/4 throttle after I regeared
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