Huntsville Alabama / Tennessee Valley Chat
I found an incredible deal on a Body Armor Front and Rear Bumper. 
JK Enthusiast
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From: Arab, Alabama
Alright, the long awaited, updated stats from my post-tuneup roadtrip:
***HWY 72 (Huntsville to Memphis)***
Weather-Sunny, 65 degrees, steady Southwesterly wind ; 52 psi per tire ; mid-grade gasoline ; cruise control & Overdrive on ; no A/C ; windows rolled up ; 68 mph (except for slowing down in Corinth, MS) ; for those who don't know, 72 is like a rollercoaster ride up & down alot
17.4 mpg
***I-40 (Memphis to Little Rock)***
Weather-Sunny, 73 degrees, strong & steady Southwesterly (head) wind ; 52 psi per tire ; mid-grade gasoline ; cruise control & Overdrive on ; no A/C ; windows rolled up ; 72 mph
16.9 mpg
THE RETURN TRIP
***I-40 (Little Rock to Memphis)***
Weather-Sunny, 60 degrees, Zero wind ; 32 psi per tire ; low-grade gasoline ; cruise control & Overdrive on ; no A/C ; windows partially cracked; 72 mph
18.0 mpg
***HWY 72 (Memphis to Huntsville)***
Weather-Partly Cloudy/Misty, 48 degrees, Zero wind ; 32 psi per tire ; low-grade gasoline ; cruise control & Overdrive on ; Heater on Low ; windows rolled up ; 68 mph (except for slowing down in Corinth, MS) ; for those who don't know, 72 is like a rollercoaster ride up & down alot
16.7 mpg
Wesley's Observations: Somebody tell me how in the F%$* these numbers came to be?!?! Better gas mileage with aired down tires!?! Better economy on the Interstate going ONE direction vs. the other?!? WTF!!!!!
I use the JK's factory mpg guage, yeah yeah...I've heard all the stuff about it being inaccurate, but I have personally found it to be almost spot-on when you rule out human error. I was using the Flashpaq 91 Performance setting, and overall the above figures didn't differ from my previous trips, but boy is the JK a bit peppy on the hills and in passing gear. I might not have gained alot in economy, but the responsiveness and power curve are definently UP. I think the weather was a major contributing factor (wind & temp), and my personal experiences are that the JK loves the 60 degree temperature range. Anything cooler or hotter sucks the life out of the little minivan motor.
Thoughts? Comments? Anybody even give a F???
***HWY 72 (Huntsville to Memphis)***
Weather-Sunny, 65 degrees, steady Southwesterly wind ; 52 psi per tire ; mid-grade gasoline ; cruise control & Overdrive on ; no A/C ; windows rolled up ; 68 mph (except for slowing down in Corinth, MS) ; for those who don't know, 72 is like a rollercoaster ride up & down alot
17.4 mpg
***I-40 (Memphis to Little Rock)***
Weather-Sunny, 73 degrees, strong & steady Southwesterly (head) wind ; 52 psi per tire ; mid-grade gasoline ; cruise control & Overdrive on ; no A/C ; windows rolled up ; 72 mph
16.9 mpg
THE RETURN TRIP
***I-40 (Little Rock to Memphis)***
Weather-Sunny, 60 degrees, Zero wind ; 32 psi per tire ; low-grade gasoline ; cruise control & Overdrive on ; no A/C ; windows partially cracked; 72 mph
18.0 mpg
***HWY 72 (Memphis to Huntsville)***
Weather-Partly Cloudy/Misty, 48 degrees, Zero wind ; 32 psi per tire ; low-grade gasoline ; cruise control & Overdrive on ; Heater on Low ; windows rolled up ; 68 mph (except for slowing down in Corinth, MS) ; for those who don't know, 72 is like a rollercoaster ride up & down alot
16.7 mpg
Wesley's Observations: Somebody tell me how in the F%$* these numbers came to be?!?! Better gas mileage with aired down tires!?! Better economy on the Interstate going ONE direction vs. the other?!? WTF!!!!!
I use the JK's factory mpg guage, yeah yeah...I've heard all the stuff about it being inaccurate, but I have personally found it to be almost spot-on when you rule out human error. I was using the Flashpaq 91 Performance setting, and overall the above figures didn't differ from my previous trips, but boy is the JK a bit peppy on the hills and in passing gear. I might not have gained alot in economy, but the responsiveness and power curve are definently UP. I think the weather was a major contributing factor (wind & temp), and my personal experiences are that the JK loves the 60 degree temperature range. Anything cooler or hotter sucks the life out of the little minivan motor.
Thoughts? Comments? Anybody even give a F???
The computer for the motor is very sensitive to the temperature. When it is cold out side, the computer "chokes" the engine by limiting the amount of air and adjusting the timing. This makes the engine produce less horsepower and therefore you are "working" the engine harder than normal to reach a given speed. I have a friend from college that would create a simple piggy back circuit that would fool the computer into thinking that it was a given temperature no matter what. I will try to get a hold of him and get the parts list for the circuit.
I have been playing around with making my jeep more aero friendly on long trips. I have looked into creating a piece to fill the gap b/t the bumper and the front flare. Also, I have been trying to come up with something to help the wind go under the Jeep... if I find anything that helps, I will let you know.
Last edited by uofagrad05; Mar 26, 2010 at 04:42 AM.
JK Newbie
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From: Madison, AL
Trust me that big ole flat windshield and huge separation created by the flat back end is just more than the little 6-banger can overcome without suckin the bottom out of the fuel tank. 
JK Freak
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From: Huntsville, AL
My mustang on the other hand, is "PB&J"
JK Freak
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From: Huntsville, AL
The Saharacon is at Landers...chances of them ACTUALLY fixing anything, or diagnoising a problem today is 10%. I also told them I wanted the header replaced with the updated one, even printed out the TSB, they looked at me like I was retarded. UGH I'd rather just fix shit myself
JK Freak
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From: Huntsville, AL
you knock her up, and you can kiss the JK goodbye. Its been the kiss of death for a lot of people on here
JK Super Freak
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From: Arkansas / Alabama
Man, I would have...but it was an insanely busy trip. I had to ensure the fiance met all my groomsmen prior to the actual wedding date, as well as squeeze in some time with the parents.
I'm thinking about heading in for Easter weekend...we should form our own Easter Jeep Safari, Razorback style.
I'm thinking about heading in for Easter weekend...we should form our own Easter Jeep Safari, Razorback style.
Ohhh... and congrats on your engagement. RUNNNNNNN!!!!!
Just kidding.
Or am I?
Last edited by USAF_GroundRat; Mar 25, 2010 at 07:14 AM.
JK Super Freak
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From: Arkansas / Alabama
Nice Body Armor bumper. I am actually surprised you got it given their reputation around here. They have an F+ rating with the better business bureau. Racin, get the Rugged Ridge bumper. I love that damn thing. You can check mine out next time I am down there or just look over at Jason's next time we do lunch.
