H3 underpowered?

[Corinne]

Thank you for all that replied to my question, it helped alot to hear your opinions.The vehicle I have now is a 2004 Dodge durango with a hemi engine.This is a kick ass for pick up ,I can beat almost anything SUV from takeoff,but I can do without that as long as I have power for passing and everyday driving.I am going to test drive the H3 on Saturday,will let you know what I think.
Thanks Corinne

[stagger_lee]

Good luck. Let us know what you think. It kills off road, so take that into consideration. I doubt the dealer will let you do any hill climbs.

[kma]

I got a loaner 07 h3 yesterday for my o6. It is passed the breakin period with 4k on the od. All I can say is that it feels just a little more peppy, not powerful If you can understand that. Also, a little less downshifting, but definately not a big power difference, and IMO not worth upgrading too if you dont need to.

[CCMDoc]

I recently had my PCM reprogrammed by PCMforless and after 4 days of driving with it, I can honestly say it feels like a new and more powerful truck - well worth the money.

[stagger_lee]

Originally Posted by CCMDoc

I recently had my PCM reprogrammed by PCMforless and after 4 days of driving with it, I can honestly say it feels like a new and more powerful truck - well worth the money.

Post some pics Doc! I like lights. How much did the reprogram cost you?

[wpage]

Fail to see anything technical regarding this question. Its general at best and for some fool who has not even taken the time to even test drive the vehicle and then expect a user group to debate it is crazy.
These trolls are a waste of time. Posts like this and others like it undermine the integrity of the forum and the H3.

[stagger_lee]

Originally Posted by wpage

Fail to see anything technical regarding this question. Its general at best and for some fool who has not even taken the time to even test drive the vehicle and then expect a user group to debate it is crazy.
These trolls are a waste of time. Posts like this and others like it undermine the integrity of the forum and the H3.

Take it easy there wpage. Actually if you read the thread, the original poster was very kind, not a troll like that other clown Graydog, simply asking owner opinions not running her mouth. Call the trolls trolls, but dont drive away the perpestive H3ers. You know as soon as they get in the dirt they will love it!

[CCMDoc]

Originally Posted by stagger_lee

Post some pics Doc! I like lights. How much did the reprogram cost you?

The reprogram was $199 + shipping (I think that was about $15). I actually had them send me a loaner, sent my PCM to them then swapped back. Takes about 10 minutes to do the swap.

I put grill lights and marker lights on already and will be putting a Plus 1 light bar on (hopefully this weekend) then take and post some pictures.

Other things I have done are put in an OEM nav system with the intentions of a back-up camera so I don't do what I did with my Jeep - unintentionally modify a Volvo's front quarter
Thanks

[mikejr]

I know this has been said many times before....if you want to go like a bullet buy a sports car. But if you want to drive one of, if not the most capable off road production vehicles available, not to mention one of the most unique and cool looking trucks on the road then buy the Hummer. I get more looks from my hummer than any other vehicle i have driven. go for the hummer...you wont be dissapointed!

[lotus4s]

Originally Posted by CCMDoc

I recently had my PCM reprogrammed by PCMforless and after 4 days of driving with it, I can honestly say it feels like a new and more powerful truck - well worth the money.

Hey Paul,

I agree, the pcm reprogram makes a lot of difference.

Nice to see another Esprit guy here.

Jim

[Casey]

Of course, if they release a H3 V8, I'll be the first in line

V8 WILL happen for '08.

The H3 is not slow, but passing anyone on two lane roads is an adventure.

[stagger_lee]

Originally Posted by Casey

V8 WILL happen for '08.

Lets not start this one again.

[K9sH3]

Originally Posted by lotus4s

Hey Paul,

I agree, the pcm reprogram makes a lot of difference.

Nice to see another Esprit guy here.

Jim

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[H3.007]

Originally Posted by lotus4s

Hey Paul,

I agree, the pcm reprogram makes a lot of difference.

Nice to see another Esprit guy here.

Jim

Hey guys - what kind of difference did the PCM make for you? What other mods do you have? And could you do the swap yourself?

I think I am very interested in this mod

[ChrisInCali]

If you want an SUV that has power don't get an H3. No bashing, no BS, it's not underpowered, it definitely "gets the job done," but it's one of the least powerful SUVs out there.