Thread: Will I need a new tune??
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Old Tue, September 29th, 2009, 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by 97xl View Post
Ok just so I have things clear in my head...the shift points are controlled by the speedo...the VSS gear in the truck right now is the stock one so I know the speedo is off but if I change the VSS to match say my 265s that will correct the speedo error and since the shift points are based on the speedo then the truck should shift at the proper point without having to modify the tune??
Yes, almost. The part throttle shift points are controlled by speed AND throttle position. At a fairly open throttle, the shift is delayed to a higher speed, and vice versa. But yes, having the correct VSS for the tires AND gears will make the shifts occur where they should.

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