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Speedo change with new 35 MTRs

Discussion in 'Intermediate CJ-5/6/7/8' started by CJ5Doc, Feb 15, 2009.

  1. Feb 15, 2009
    CJ5Doc

    CJ5Doc Member

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    I just got new rims and tires put on and I wondered how to get a corrected MPH speedometer reading? What can I expect the MPH diffrence to be from 32 to a 35 inch tire?
     
  2. Feb 15, 2009
    farfle

    farfle old dog

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    You're running the Dana 20 TC, so you are out of luck so far as a simple TC gear change goes. AFAIK there are no aftermarket gear corrections available.

    The easiest is to install a cheap tach, get yourself an accurate tire diameter measurement (35's are rarely a true 35" in diameter) and hit a calculator like here

    http://www.novak-adapt.com/knowledge/gearing.htm

    Or you could do the GPS thing.

    I've also heard of adapting a programable wireless bicycle calculator to work. At least in theory, this should also work.

    Short of switching TC's to something newer, those are about your only options.
     
  3. Feb 15, 2009
    bkd

    bkd Moderator Supreme Staff Member 2022 Sponsor

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    they make programmable speedo's....that's what I run
    Jim S.
     
  4. Feb 15, 2009
    CJ5Doc

    CJ5Doc Member

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    What programable speedo due you recommend? do you run this in addition to the original speedo, and does it keep track of your mileage?
     
  5. Feb 15, 2009
    bkd

    bkd Moderator Supreme Staff Member 2022 Sponsor

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    mine are Dolphin gauges...made by EZWIRE...as you can see it's a custom dash
    Speedo is programmable to any gear/tire combo and tracks miles as well
    [​IMG]
    Good luck, Jim S.
     
  6. Feb 19, 2009
    roadhog304

    roadhog304 Member

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    Now that you have 35" tires on can you take a measurement for me from the higest point. I am building a 73 and am planning to put 35" on mine but I need to put in a taller garage door and really need to know roughly how tall it is going to be
     
  7. Feb 22, 2009
    CJ5Doc

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    I measured 79.5 inches @ the highest point being the center of the roll cage... My garage (track home) is 83 inches and was supposed to be a 7 ft garage door and the jeep fits perfect.... I plan to add a 1 inch body lift to help with the clearance of my new fender flares... Just anyone recommend a specific 1 piece body lift?
     
  8. Mar 3, 2009
    roadhog304

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    thanks for the height info. A 7 foot door was what i was hoping for.
     
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