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Pedal Commander definitely fixes the sluggish throttle response. I did the typical guy thing when I installed mine. Sport + mode topped out. Too dangerous for traffic. Settles on Sport at level 3. No regrets
Flip
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OR+ increases throttle response and raises shift points as claimed. A Tazer no. A Banks Pedal Monster simply plugs into the OBD2 and doesn’t enhance reverse as opposed to the others. The perpetual throttle controller argument aside I like it (typically run Sport mode level 2) Banks isn’t cheap but is top quality. If you spring for an I-dash (about the same price as the PM) you can adjust the level at will with a button push, no searching your phone to adjust it.
A NoLimitz JL($275) disables “Torque Management” but pricey for the lack of other features useful for a V6 (does disable the speed limiter).
@Flip just knows how to post gifs, buttons are beyond him.
PT's19Rubi
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I went with Soler Throttle Controller. I turned it up till it would blip the throttle when hitting a bump, then turned it down a little. Yes, it helps - throttle follows the right foot.
Flip
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Is there a certain throttle controller that is very user friendly, plug & play?
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Banks is top quality, simply plugs into the OBD2- doesn’t scab power from the throttle creating issues, doesn’t enhance in reverse like others. don’t know about all, but the Banks video with him comparing it to a PC has been posted. Sure, promoting his product but nevertheless factual. … this tech idjit that is displeased having to search and scan his phone, especially when driving, sprung for the i-dash, no phone needed after setup.
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tech idjit stumped again. Search https://bankspower.com plus spin the wheel, I got the % off 
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Sorry don't mean to steal the post.......What muffler and what engine is that on? What is the sound like? Looks great!!Never used my Offroad+ button personally...
Not sure what circumstances would call for it...
Maybe I'm missing a golden ticket...
FWIW- I noticed a big improvement in throttle response getting rid of the massive muffler and going to a smaller dual outlet one...
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Yes, is the short answer. I have been using a HIKE IT-X9 Premium Vehicle Specific Pedal Controller with 4 Driving Modes. for about 6 years.
It installs in about 5 minutes. I love how adjustable it is. Click mode one time and it automatically switches to High performance mode.
If it is turned all the way up in High performance mode, the Jeep is hard to drive in a parking lot as It will surge so hard you could easily smack another car trying to park. It is hard to back up with out spinning the tires. Just as it is hard to leave a light while turning and not spin my 37s. on pavement. Changes the whole driving experience for my Jeep.
I always run it in the eco 4x4 mode off road. I tune a bunch of the throttle response out of the Jeep so that it requires a lot of throttle input to spin the tires. It makes the Jeep way easier to wheel and not accidentally spin the tires over difficult obstacle.
Each mode has a 0-9 adjustment.
This is one of the mods that I have done to my Jeep that I would absolutely buy again.
Fatbob Frank
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I have a 3.6L/auto but I believe it fits the 2.0l too.
I got this one from Quadratec...
So far I like it quit a bit...
Sound bytes at about the 3 min mark...
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Thanks Frank, sounds great too!!!
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I've the Hike-It X9 in my JLU. I can recommend it without reservation as perhaps the easiest way for the vehicle owner to test the functioning of a throttle controller without excessive complexity or expense.
The sole user interface is the pictured control panel, which uses straightforward analog-style buttons (and not too many of them) to pivot between the different levels of sensitivity, aka driving modes. The device doesn't require the use of a phone app, Bluetooth or particularly the OBD-II port.
Like most throttle controllers, the X9 simply adjusts the voltage signal betwixt the accelerator and the PCM to provide the desired throttle response. Each mode's sensitivity can be adjusted between 0 and 9, and the device can also be turned off to restore factory throttle programming as the owner may decide.
Subjectively, this is a convenience item, but also one that I've come to really like, in terms of its practical effect in a variety of driving scenarios.
