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‘31 independence 1-1/2 ton #485482 09/16/23 07:57 PM
Joined: Nov 2022 Posts: 16 Long Island Skanska31AE OP Grease Monkey
OP Skanska31AE Grease Monkey Joined: Nov 2022 Posts: 16 Long Island	I recently got my truck running and on the road but I’m looking for a little more pep. The gear ratios seem a big low. I have to shift out of 1st gear once I start rolling, 2nd gear is similar and 3rd actually have some speed. I can only get up to 30mph max in 4th gear. Is there something I can adjust? Attached Images Last edited by Skanska31AE; 09/16/23 08:01 PM.

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Re: ‘31 independence 1-1/2 ton Skanska31AE #485483 09/16/23 11:02 PM
Joined: Dec 2007 Posts: 4,024 Likes: 99 Iowa Rusty 37 Master ChatMaster - 4,000
Rusty 37 Master ChatMaster - 4,000 Joined: Dec 2007 Posts: 4,024 Likes: 99 Iowa	That gearing is essential to move 1 1/2 tons. Rusty VCCA #44680

Re: ‘31 independence 1-1/2 ton Skanska31AE #485495 09/17/23 12:12 PM
Joined: Nov 2001 Posts: 19,758 Likes: 63 The Great State of TEXAS Chipper ChatMaster - 15,000
Chipper ChatMaster - 15,000 Joined: Nov 2001 Posts: 19,758 Likes: 63 The Great State of TEXAS	First gear is not generally used except loaded climbing mountains or being stopped on a grade. Your experience is typical but it appears to be being babied. Speeds depend on the rear wheel circumference and how comfortable you are with the shakes and noises. Many of routinely drive the 1 1/2 ton trucks in the 45 mph range. How Sweet the roar of a Chevy four!

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