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Old Sep 19, 2001 | 06:49 AM
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gear changes for 32" tires?

I have read a lot of the past messages about putting 32s or 31s on a Bronco without a lift. Should gears be changed for either of the size tires?
 
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Old Sep 19, 2001 | 06:28 PM
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gear changes for 32" tires?

What size tire are you currently running? You wont need to change gears if your gears are 3.55. To found out look on the sticker on the drivers door. On my 83 Bronco it came from the factory with 31x10.5 on it. Gear Ratio/Tire Size Calculator is also a article in the tech articles that will tell you if you need to change your gearing.
 
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Old Sep 21, 2001 | 09:08 AM
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gear changes for 32" tires?

bn, When i changed tire size on my 96 Bronco i put 32's on. The stock tires are only 1" smaller in diameter than 32's. I did not make any gear changes. Rodeojoe
 
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Old Sep 24, 2001 | 12:26 AM
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gear changes for 32" tires?

Gear changes really aren't necessary but you will notice a difference in the pick-up. What you really need to do is adjust the speedometer and it will help alot. The 3.73 gears are perfect for the 32" tires.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2001 | 12:44 AM
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