Hi All, I’m new to the forum and to the Jeep Wrangler JK network. I just purchased a 2008 Sahara 3.8 L 6 speed Wrangler. As I write this I have only driven it home from the seller about 10 miles. Love it so far. After doing some research I find that the 3.8L is only 202 HP. Not much compared to the other engine options that the wranglers came with. For the short distance I drove it home I drove it easy until I get used to it. It didn’t seem to have much power. I think my daughter-in-Laws older little wrangler 4 banger would out run it ? It was a well maintained vehicle and runs smooth with no hesitation. Now to my question.
Should I have avoided the 3.8L engine?
Also, is there a way to increase the HP on the 3.8 L ?
I also, read where a throttle response device increases the pedal response to the throttle body ? Is this device advisable ?
I am excited to be a new wrangler owner and part of the forum.
Thanks
Tom
