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Overlanding.
I don't need to regear, my tires are only a little bigger than stock.
It's a common statement and one we enjoy addressing when the opportunity presents itself. Overland preparation tends to add weight to the base vehicle. Bumpers, winches, skidplates and tire carriers can add a tremendous amount of weight from stock. Add a rooftop tent or rack assembly up high and aerodynamic drag is greatly increased as well further reducing performance both on and off-road.
Beyond increased weight, vehicle manufacturers almost always opt for a borderline gear ratio from the factory to optimize unloaded fuel economy. This means that even running near stock size tires, a heavily loaded, taller than stock and factory undergeared Overland 4x4 is a very poor performing machine both in terms of acceleration and fuel economy. This reduces cross country fuel range, on road responsiveness and off-road control all at the same time.
The solution is regearing. Proper gear ratios put the engine at optimum RPM for performance and fuel economy and give you the opportunity to add traction aiding differentials during gear installation greatly enhancing the capability of your backcountry 4x4 in the field, on the highway and around town.
Just Differentials is the leader with gear packages available for all the common Overlanding platforms. These kits include ring and pinions, full master setup parts and everything your mechanic needs to regear your rig and make it function as it should instead of gasping every time you climb a mild grade.
Call us at 866-349-6801 or check out our package options here.
I don't need to regear, my tires are only a little bigger than stock.
It's a common statement and one we enjoy addressing when the opportunity presents itself. Overland preparation tends to add weight to the base vehicle. Bumpers, winches, skidplates and tire carriers can add a tremendous amount of weight from stock. Add a rooftop tent or rack assembly up high and aerodynamic drag is greatly increased as well further reducing performance both on and off-road.
Beyond increased weight, vehicle manufacturers almost always opt for a borderline gear ratio from the factory to optimize unloaded fuel economy. This means that even running near stock size tires, a heavily loaded, taller than stock and factory undergeared Overland 4x4 is a very poor performing machine both in terms of acceleration and fuel economy. This reduces cross country fuel range, on road responsiveness and off-road control all at the same time.
The solution is regearing. Proper gear ratios put the engine at optimum RPM for performance and fuel economy and give you the opportunity to add traction aiding differentials during gear installation greatly enhancing the capability of your backcountry 4x4 in the field, on the highway and around town.
Just Differentials is the leader with gear packages available for all the common Overlanding platforms. These kits include ring and pinions, full master setup parts and everything your mechanic needs to regear your rig and make it function as it should instead of gasping every time you climb a mild grade.
Call us at 866-349-6801 or check out our package options here.
