Been looking at the whys and wherefores of various Electronic Throttle Controllers suitable for Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2..Has anyone installed one or had experience with one in use?? Would appreciate any feedback especially for towing.
Can't speak highly enough of the iDrive unit. The diesel's acceleration was always great but it has transformed the car, bit like having launch control. Depending on the setting you choose it is frighteningly quick. I use a lower setting for towing to go a bit easier on the the tranny. Took 10 mins to install.
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I got the Hikeit one a few weeks ago, only 180 bucks. Transforms the diesel, I had no issues before, however now it's like a rocket. If I put it on Sport 9 it's like a nervous greyhound. Sport 3 or 5 seems like a good compromise, even a weekend on the tracks was good with Sport 3.
Can't speak highly enough of the iDrive unit. The diesel's acceleration was always great but it has transformed the car, bit like having launch control. Depending on the setting you choose it is frighteningly quick. I use a lower setting for towing to go a bit easier on the the tranny. Took 10 mins to install.
Thanks SouthernComfort..Good to know..iDrive is one I was considering..Hadn't heard of the Hikeit but thanks Grippy.
Also was considering the 9 mode Windbooster Throttle Controller for Jeep Grand Cherokee which is unfortunately sold out which probably means a popular choice @ $199
iDrive has settings from 0 to 9. Plus economy mode. If you want if OFF altogether just select 0. Most of the time I use setting 5 in Ultimate mode. The high settings are a bit scary, it becomes a weapon. Plenty available around the $219 mark at the moment.
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Electronic Throttle Controller For WK2
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