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    Diesel JT gearing

    Gearing for the 60s will be what I request. typically with a gas engine 5.38 would be the choice for a 39-40 inch tire. With the high torque at low rpm of a diesel 5.38 would be too deep. Torque range on teh 3.0 diesel is 1400-2800. sweet spot should be around 1800 on the highway...
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    Diesel JT gearing

    Starting to put together a build list. In short going to either a D60 or ford 9 inch ( 10inch ring) for axles. The question is on gearing for a 39 inch tire. The factory 33 on the JT diesel is a 3.73:1. If I follow the logic and calculators the matching gear set for the BFG is a 4.30 ...
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    September trip to SW Colorado

    Looking at making a Jeep run to SW Colorado in early September. Plan is to drive out from Virginia over Labor day Weekend and land in Georgetown as a jumping off point to begin a 12 day adventure exploring the area. I already know the drive out will be brutal but hopfully the New long travel...
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    BFG KM3s

    For those in the know looking for a little help. Bought a set of "37" inch BFG KO2 and much to my surprise they are a tad over 35 inches.... 35000 miles later I am begining to look for new tires and come across the BFG KM3 39 inch tire.... if past expirence hold true this should measure out...
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    Hello from King George

    Thanks for the adding me, new to the forum but not new to Jeeps. Had many a leaf sprug version from 54 Cj to 81 Cjs and a couple of Flat fenders. Now this new fangled JKURR (2017) puts them all to shame in the capability and comfort department. My rig has a few mods currently Metal Cloak...
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