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Old 03-25-2013 | 12:37 PM
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Gear Ratio Reducer

My speedo has not worked for quite a while, and I just took off the Gear Ratio Reducer and plugged the Vss in without the GRR, now my speedo works, but is off by about 15 mph. If I buy a new GRR will it fix the problem?
Old 03-25-2013 | 12:44 PM
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The VSS has already been replaced
Old 03-25-2013 | 01:32 PM
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It should
The GRR regulates the signal to the speedo, so that it reads correctly
Most tranny shops should be able to "build"a new GRRfor ya or repair yours
Old 03-25-2013 | 02:33 PM
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I've used these in the past in other Mopar products with no problems.

http://www.superlift.com/accessories/truspeed.asp
Old 03-27-2013 | 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Flake
I've used these in the past in other Mopar products with no problems.

http://www.superlift.com/accessories/truspeed.asp

That sounds good, but the axle/gear ratio should not be different because I don't have a lift kit or anything
Old 03-28-2013 | 12:12 AM
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It is adjustable in either direction.
When you removed the speedo adapter it changed the speed of the sensor reading so the speedo thinks that either the tires changed size or the axle gears were changed.
Old 03-28-2013 | 09:40 AM
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Ok, that makes sense. I'm pretty much a novice when it comes to this kinda stuff, and your help is very much appreciated!
Old 03-29-2013 | 12:42 AM
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You're welcome.
Old 03-30-2013 | 12:43 PM
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There should be some numbers on the "GRR" telling you what the ratio is. The number varies truck to truck, so there is no one size fits all. I get mine from these people http://www.gilmoredist.com/ , they can make just about any ration you want in either a straight or 90° configuration.
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