'96 Grand Cherokee Engine Options

[bgmoss28]

I'd like to be able to beat just about anyone off the line. I like to have fun when I'm driving, and what I'm driving with just doesn't seem to be enough. I think I'm definatly going with a turbo, so what else will I need to upgrade? If I do go with the nitrous too, is my engine going to be able to handle the increase in hp? I've heard horror stories of blown cylinders after adding nitrous. The other thing is that I have a pretty limited budget. I can fit a turbo ($800-1000?), but the nitrous, especially if I needed to replace the pistons, would have to wait.

[mx52nv]

Originally Posted by bgmoss28

So, what do I do if 245hp isn't enough for me? I'd like another 100, if possible.

then you are looking at bigger injectors, aftermarket engine management, possibly building up the engine, and more boost. there is also the option of the 4.7 stroker kit for the I6 engines, which at the same 6psi as before, will net you about 40 more hp to the wheels.

or you can go the cheap man's way of nitrous, which will still need supporting mods for it to work.

[msrjeep]

just find a wrecked 98 5.9L and buy the full engine/tranny/tcase/ dropout. if you want more power than that(stock is like 265hp/340lbft torque), just build it... heads, adjustable rockers, pushrods and a more aggressive cam. you won't even need a turbo or a s/c.