Notices
Modified JK Tech Tech related bulletin board forum regarding subjects such as suspension, tires & wheels, steering, bumpers, skid plates, drive train, cages, on-board air and other useful modifications that will help improve the performance and protection of your Jeep JK Wrangler (Rubicon, Sahara, Unlimited and X) on the trail.

PLEASE DO NOT START SHOW & TELL TYPE THREADS IN THIS FORUM

5:13's and 33's?

Thread Tools
 
Old 07-11-2011, 10:07 PM
  #11  
JK Enthusiast
 
cyberfalco's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Conway, AR
Posts: 314
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by CerOf

These 3.8's like to turn higher rpms it seems.
I agree with that. I regularly rev mine up to 3k.
Old 07-11-2011, 10:30 PM
  #12  
JK Jedi Master
FJOTM Winner
 
nthinuf's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Austin <--> Colorado Springs
Posts: 11,463
Likes: 0
Received 162 Likes on 154 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by Birdog3
IM running 37's with5:13s and a 6 speed and im turning almost 3000 rpm at 65mph so you have to be doing more than that!
You have a Manual, he has an Auto. There is just about zero similarity between them.

With 5.13's and 33's (appx 32" actual height), he'll be running about 2600 rpm at 70. A 6spd with 5.13's would need to be rolling on 40's (39" actual height) to run the same rpm.



There are some really neat charts in the drivetrain section of the faq's...
Old 07-12-2011, 10:29 AM
  #13  
JK Enthusiast
Thread Starter
 
DCJEEP's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Edmonton,alberta
Posts: 474
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Looks like plans have changed. Might be running the 33's for a while. Anyone run that setup?
Old 07-12-2011, 10:44 AM
  #14  
JK Enthusiast
 
bbkoz's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Seattle, WA
Posts: 168
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

I had my gears installed at NR. Their are awesome BTW, but I babied my gears on the way back around the sound which was a 2 hour drive. I drove for about 20-30 min, then would stop for 5-10 to cool. So, if you are leaving the same day, it might take some time getting back to Canada.

Also, I have an Auto w/33's and 4.88's. I love my setup since I like to drive 75-80 on the highway. But, if you are ever considering going above 33's, definately get the 5.13's, or higher.


Originally Posted by DCJEEP
But it leads to a new question. What's the break in period for gears? I guess I'll have to call NR tomorrow.

Last edited by bbkoz; 07-12-2011 at 10:50 AM.
Old 07-12-2011, 11:23 AM
  #15  
JK Freak
 
Firehound's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Joliet, IL
Posts: 553
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by DCJEEP
Looks like plans have changed. Might be running the 33's for a while. Anyone run that setup?
I'd wait till you know for sure when you're getting the 37's , unless you never plan on driving on the highway.
Old 07-12-2011, 12:16 PM
  #16  
JK Jedi Master
FJOTM Winner
 
nthinuf's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Austin <--> Colorado Springs
Posts: 11,463
Likes: 0
Received 162 Likes on 154 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by DCJEEP
Looks like plans have changed. Might be running the 33's for a while. Anyone run that setup?
Faq's --> rpm chart !!
As well as several similar threads in just the last 2 days. You have an Auto. You'll be fine. Roughly 2600 rpm at 70 mph. Same as a bone stock 6spd rubicon driving right out of the factory doors.

The only negative will be if you tow heavy loads with OD Off. OD On, you will love it.
Old 07-13-2011, 08:46 AM
  #17  
JK Super Freak
 
ToolManTimTaylor's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Out of Conntrolicut
Posts: 1,246
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

Originally Posted by DCJEEP
I will have to run thi setup for about 600 kms. Just wondering if it will be ok at highways speeds?
Originally Posted by Birdog3
From my experience i would have to say no IM running 37's with5:13s and a 6 speed and im turning almost 3000 rpm at 65mph

Bad info for an auto guy. You ARE shifting into 6th right???

Originally Posted by nthinuf
Faq's --> rpm chart !!
.
YES!! X2

With an auto you will be MORE than fine. Before my 35's came in I ran the OEM "Rubicon" BFG MT's (23") on 5:13's and the Jeep drove like it should have from the factory. I have an auto and the autos in these rigs are waaayyyy too tall for the anemic 3.8. I described it all out a while back in the thread below.

https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...ghlight=dealer



Quick Reply: 5:13's and 33's?



All times are GMT -8. The time now is 04:00 AM.