Climb and crawl better: too fast going down steep hills. Where do I start?
A lower crawl ratio lets the engine hold the truck back on the way down. Your truck may already have hill descent control. Try first, no parts: Use low range and first gear: Let the engine slow the truck so you use less brake.; Point straight down: Keep the nose aimed down the slope so the truck stays square.; Learn your descent control: Many trucks have it. Try it on an easy hill first.. Simple upgrades: Check your crawl ratio: See how slow your truck can go in low range.. Bigger changes: Regear: Lower axle gears lower your crawl ratio.. Still to check: Your crawl ratio now, Whether you also plan bigger tires.
Climb and crawl better: it bogs or stalls on climbs. Where do I start?
Bigger tires without new gears are a common cause. If your tires are factory size, look at the pull for your weight. Try first, no parts: Use low range: Low range multiplies torque on steep climbs.; Steady throttle: Keep a smooth, steady pace instead of stabbing the pedal.. Simple upgrades: Check your crawl ratio: See if your gearing suits your tires.; Check your pull: See power for the weight you carry.. Bigger changes: Regear: Match your axle gears to your tires.; Make more power: The guided path covers engine mods.. Still to check: Your tire size against your factory size, Total weight, on the build sheet.
Climb and crawl better: tires slip on steep rock. Where do I start?
Airing down puts more rubber on the rock. If one wheel spins while the others stop, a locker is the part that helps. Try first, no parts: Air down: More tread on the rock means more grip. Air back up before pavement.; Go slow: Wheelspin polishes rock and loses grip. Ease on the throttle.; Use a spotter: They can guide each tire to the grippiest spot.. Simple upgrades: Compare lockers: See locker options for your truck.. Bigger changes: More flex: Keeping tires on the ground keeps them pulling.. Still to check: Which lockers your truck came with, Your tire pressure on the trail.
Climb and crawl better: not sure yet. Where do I start?
Your crawl ratio shows how slow and controlled your truck can go. It is a good first number to know. Try first, no parts: Practice in low range: Learn how your truck feels in low on an easy hill.. Simple upgrades: Check your crawl ratio: See how slow your truck can crawl.; Check your pull: See power for your weight.. Bigger changes: Regear: See what lower gears change.. Still to check: Your crawl ratio now.
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