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What does a throttle body spacer do for a Jeep Wrangler?

Joe Ford

What does a throttle body spacer do for a Jeep Wrangler?

The spacer is bolted on the back of the throttle body, downstream of the main airflow. This is strictly an aftermarket enhancement used to increase the fuel economy, torque and horsepower. It basically directs the flow of air into the manifold to maximize the volume that goes into the intake.

How much HP does a throttle body add?

In addition to increasing acceleration performance, larger throttle bodies can also boost overall horsepower. This gives the engine increased power and torque, which may be helpful in situations such as towing. Commonly, adding an aftermarket throttle body can increase engine power by 15 hp to 25 hp.

Does a throttle body spacer increase gas mileage?

Fuel economy improvement from a throttle body spacer alone would be minimal, especially when towing. They will improve the performance of an engine which can help and hurt fuel economy. If you are typically an aggressive driver, improved engine performance will actually hurt your fuel economy.

Does a throttle body spacer void warranty?

A throttle body spacer like the part # AR200-630-1 should not void your engine warranty. When you install an aftermarket part on your vehicle likethis, you are protected by the Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act.

Does a throttle body spacer work with a cold air intake?

Expert Reply: The Airaid PowerAid Custom Throttle Body Spacer # AR450-638 that you referenced should work just fine with the cold air intake system you have installed on your 2011 Ford Mustang. It will add about an inch to your intake track length which your cold air kit shouldn’t have a problem accommodating.

Are cold air intakes worth it?

Cold air intakes move the air filter outside of the engine compartment so that cooler air can be sucked into the engine for combustion. Cooler air brings more oxygen into the combustion chamber, and that means more power. So, a cold air intake serves as a great “medicine” for the engine to function at full efficiency.