have they improved the drag?
2050464
Not sure what the old drag was like.... I have two of these reels and they work great . No problems at all
2050465
Not really. It is very sensitive on mine, a bit too sensitive for me. Other than that, it is a nice reel but I still prefer my Omega 181.
2050466
Hi, Tony: I don't know, I have only owned one and and have used it a lot. Drag on any reel was a mystery to me until my savey fishing buddie, Harrold, shared with me the key after I lost my second good bass from broken line. He told me to tighten the drag until I could just barely pull line freely. His point, you can add drag after the fish is on, but you can't back off drag because you won't know when until the line has already broken! The red ten-pound line on the ZO3 is good stuff. Don't over do the drag and you won't be sorry. I don't use trebble hooks on the ZO3 because I use it primarily as a crappie rig. The 4.3 to one gear ratio won't easily allow strong, steady pressure on the line while reeling in, so you cannot let up when reeling in even a one pound crappie or it will throw the single hook. So, set your drag light enough to pull line by hand and keep the pressure on when reeling in and you'll eat fish tonight!
2050467
Well the spool mounts on a metal housing, not plastic like the older 33's etc., which I didn't care for. I like the improvement, drag adjustment more sensitive, but I like it and no problems catching fish in the fast current of the Misourri River
1264745
yes it has a drag but it cheap! I sent this back and bought my fly pole at bass pro shop....100 times better
1205430
The manufacturer says Yes to HP, no mention of torque in the answer. Although in a later answer on the same page, they mention lower airflow restriction is proven to increase HP and torque. http://www.knfilters.com/faq.htm#3
641633
A little, but not like the old ones. There is a new seal that fits in the crank hole that eliminates most leaking. I was pleased with the improvement
1083975
I installed this to my 2009 Ralliart about a year ago and as far as I can tell it hasn't improved my HP enough to where it's noticeable. The sound is improved, a little meaner and slightly deeper but again nothing too drastic, it's a subtle difference all around. It may be that I had a K&N; air filter in before the install which already improved the performance, may be why I can't tell a big difference.
2165235
Maybe the website updated.information. Production may not have caught up? just a thought :)
1263638
You will still see in increase in performance as well as the option to change tire sizes, speed limits and a few other options. The only option you won't get to benefit from is the improved shift points... That will be up to you and your clutching foot.
1244208
No, it is fixed. Despite what the reviewers say, I found d it much easier to use than the old ergo.
1362659
Yes, the manufacturer has updated the item in several ways. Please veiw the manufacturers website for a detailed description of all the updates.
2012018
I really like mine, it is better than orginal it always draged. No problem anymore. Not sure about the number,but it was alot cheaper.
1975071
Yes, they are the newest machines with the smoother rolling action. Thanks, Oren
1370419
it got a little more responsive...maybe .5mpg better...maybe...but it sounds SOOO much better! Definitely a noticeable increase in noise under heavy throttle...it sounds like it should have from MOPAR.
582074
Watching ball bearings spew out of it on the first turn of the pedals always gets your cardio rate up. I had to take it to a shop to have the bearing pulled and replaced before it could be used. After that yes it works and to answer your question it uses the proximity of magnets to induce drag into the main fly wheel. This system does not give the direct adjustment that direct contact wheel or belt might give you but unless you are looking for extreme drag it will suffice to give you enough resistance for a cardio workout.
2081793
No. I'd say it's mostly cosmetic improvement. They are pretty bright though.
1263639
I have an automatic and by using the 87 Octane tune I improved my mileage by about 4 or 5 mile per gallon. Plus it performs much better as far acceleration/much peppier. Also went to a larger tires and wheels re-calibrated for the new height and it corrected the speedometer. So everything I did was an improvement over stock, so I would say it would help with a standard also, but not totally sure.
1426283
Nope, this is the 2012. I don't think that they are changing the design. At least I hope not. This this runs 24hrs a day in my 120 g tank and does a marvelous job. As early stated, JUST BUY IT!
1967245
I have a 2010 JK with cold air intake and larger tires and it did make a noticeable difference. The shift points have changed and at freeway speeds I am not having to floor it to make it up some hills. The throttle response has improved too, not a kick in the pants difference but one that you can tell. As for mileage, I measured it for 3 weeks before I programmed and I was getting about 17.1 mpg after the tune I was getting 19.3 mpg. I drove it the exact same so I can say with 100% clarity that for me it did improve the mileage.