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Bigger Tires=computer upgrade?

Bill Yocum

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I have a 98 Explorer XLT with sohc and will soon be adding a 4 inch lift, I have 235-75-15 tires and will be going to at least a 32-11.50x15, will my computer need to be reprogramed for this since most systems can only be good for about a 15% increase in tire size, I have a 3.55 rear end gear with the auto tranny, the only mod is a K&N drop in filter, I curently get 20.6 mpg on the hiway but I expect this to drop once the bigger tires are in place, thanks for any help.
 






You shouldn't have to have your computer reprogrammed, but your speedometer is going to be off. You might want to consider getting a computer chip due to the added power your going to need to push the bigger tires.
Just my 2 cents.

Thanks!
 






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