When to replace the plugs in a Dodge Neon?
When to replace the plugs in a Dodge Neon?
If your Neon has more than 60,000 miles, then you should also replace your plugs and plug wires. Stock OEM wires are 7mm, which isn’t bad. You can replace them for around $25, but for a little more MP 7.5mm competition wires are a better choice: P4876546 1995 2.0L SOHC P4876510 1996-2001 2.0L SOHC P4876511 All 2.0L DOHC
What can I do to improve the performance of my Dodge Neon?
Performance, for a relatively small amount of money, can be improved by installing a K&N Filter. They are available both from Mopar Performance and your local auto parts store. Usually found for about $30, its worth about a 3-4 hp improvement over the paper filter.
How big is the exhaust pipe on a Dodge Neon?
The factory reduced exhaust pipe diameter from 2.25 inches on 95-99 cars to 2.0 inches on 2000-up basic Neon models. This change was made in an effort to make the current Neon appear more mature than the previous generation (i.e. quieter).
Do you need an air intake resonator for a neon?
For a 2nd generation Neon, the air intake resonator should be removed at this time. It doesn’t hurt performance or cause anything to happen. Its main function is to reduce intake noise for non-enthusiast. If you’re reading this page, you don’t need it. I have personally gained 3hp over stock with a K&N filter and the resonator removed.
If your Neon has more than 60,000 miles, then you should also replace your plugs and plug wires. Stock OEM wires are 7mm, which isn’t bad. You can replace them for around $25, but for a little more MP 7.5mm competition wires are a better choice: P4876546 1995 2.0L SOHC P4876510 1996-2001 2.0L SOHC P4876511 All 2.0L DOHC
What kind of Cam does a Dodge Neon use?
An average cam used are the Comp 400 and Crane 14 which give moderate power gains throughout the entire power band. The Comp 400 was designd around te Magnum Cylinder head, and utilizes the computer controlled 6750 rev limiter by keeping all the increase within the stock Magnum power band.
Performance, for a relatively small amount of money, can be improved by installing a K&N Filter. They are available both from Mopar Performance and your local auto parts store. Usually found for about $30, its worth about a 3-4 hp improvement over the paper filter.
Can a non magnum manifold be installed on a Dodge Neon?
To install this manifold on a non magnum car, there is some wiring that needs to be done to allow the butterflies to function, or there is the option of removing them all together, this does however require a good bit of fabrication and is not for the weekend mechanic.
