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Gear Ratio Question

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by speedyangie, Mar 25, 2009.

  1. Mar 25, 2009 at 12:28 PM
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    speedyangie

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    Hi guys,

    I was wondering if anyone could tell me what gear ratio I currently have on my truck. I'm looking to change my ring and pinion, but not sure what it is stock.

    2002 extra cab Prerunner, 4-cylinder, 2-wheel drive.

    Thanks!

    Angie.
     
  2. Mar 25, 2009 at 12:31 PM
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    Toy4Life

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  3. Mar 26, 2009 at 9:46 AM
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    speedyangie

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    Thanks!

    So, I figured out that I have a 4.56 according to that chart. Any recommendations on what I could do to it to make it faster?
     
  4. Mar 26, 2009 at 9:50 AM
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    higherlux

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  5. Mar 26, 2009 at 3:40 PM
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    speedyangie

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    Well, I don't need to go top-end faster...I just need it to pick up. So, I should go lower yes? Like 4.8...?
     
  6. Mar 26, 2009 at 4:05 PM
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    Ktaco

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    Your gonna get more pick-up but also lose top end. Not to metion it's gonna be harder on gas the lower you go.
     

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