1995 4runner Performance mods

Ammonlewis

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<p>I just got my 4runner a few months ago, and the gas mileage is horrible (12.5 city, 16 highway, and that is if i drive like my dear grandma) and my power is lacking. I am looking to put in a new exhaust system and air intake to enhance my power and MPG. Any suggestions?</p>

<p>I have a 1995 4runner SR5 3.0 L, 6 Cylinder. Everything is stock.</p>

<p>I am a poor college student, so I will probably have to upgrade one thing at a time, so what would be my best options to upgrade 1st?</p>

<p>I use my 4runner to commute to work, go camping/4wheeling (nothing serious), an occasional road trip, and snow driving. So getting better MPG is important to me. I am going to put a tow package on, but mainly want it for my hitch mounted bike rack, but will be towing a sail boat and other small trailers occasionally.</p>

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<li>I have looked into some K&N air intakes, look pretty pricey. Does name brand important of these intake? What are the disadvantages to getting a cheaper intake?</li>

<li>I have looked into flowmaster exhaust systems, they look pretty nice. What is a good exhaust system? I want a good flowing cat and muffler, and I have seen some pipes that go up to 4inch, but i feel that is too big. I am more worried about performance than sound, but i don't want it to be too loud.</li>

<li>Would it be worth looking into a ignition module? I'm not sure how important that is on these older vehicles.</li>
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Welcome to the 3.slow!

Amman, the unfortunate truth is that you have a notorious slug of an engine, and there isn't much that can be done to help it. The best thing you can do for that engine is headers, as the factory exhaust is one of the most restrictive designs ever conceived. They're expensive, and few people carry them, but they're necessary to relieve the bottleneck in the system so intakes and such can work. NorthwestOffRoad and Rocky-Road have headers that work. Jet can reprogram your computer for some gains--you can't just buy a chip, you have to send your computer to them. If you get an intake, stick with name-brands like K&N. Amsoil has a great filter that replaces the K&N oiled-gauze one, proven to flow better, and doesn't need maintenance (no oil). There's always a possibility of water ingestion with cold-air intakes, though, so don't get too crazy with water holes, etc. (K&N has a silicone wrap that helps restrict water passage somewhat). Best of luck! :frog:
 

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