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Offline rws

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Re: Lifter Replacement
« Reply #15 on: November 06, 2008, 09:47:49 AM »

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Re: Lifter Replacement
« Reply #16 on: November 07, 2008, 08:02:04 AM »
Thanks for the response Jeff.  I am kind of understanding what you are saying but I need to read it again, but it is some great info


Now my next question, how does fuel economy play into the picture of more aggressive cams?  I know jeep are not ever bound to be fuel efficient but it is nice to get some decent mileage for a jeep
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Re: Lifter Replacement
« Reply #17 on: November 07, 2008, 06:52:15 PM »
Thanks for the response Jeff.  I am kind of understanding what you are saying but I need to read it again, but it is some great info


Now my next question, how does fuel economy play into the picture of more aggressive cams?  I know jeep are not ever bound to be fuel efficient but it is nice to get some decent mileage for a jeep

You'll have to forgive me for even mentioning fuel economy  . When discussing / planning a high performance engine , fuel economy is often sacrificed for increased power , there are exceptions though , often an "RV" cam used in a larger , heavier  RV type vehicle can get you a slight increase in power as well as an improvement in fuel economy if used with a combination  of other parts , like exhaust , cold air kit , n' stuff. RV cams generally aren't all that aggressive , just a step up from a stock , emissions friendly cam. My 4.7 isn't all that hard on fuel  on the highway ,  around town with the varying speeds and rpms , stopping and starting , it's a bit thirsty.