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Old 08-04-2006, 04:24 PM
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Default Need a new gear, help me choose a ratio

OK, the stock 3.23's were anemic before, butnow that I have the 285/70's they are downright pathetic. The converter unlocks going up overpasses, and a hill of any size has it kicked down into 3rd. I am running the equivalent of a 3.01 rear end right now

So, I'm thinking 3.73's, 3.90's, or 4.10's. They would be the equivalent of 3.48, 3.64, and 3.82 respectively on stock height tires. the 4.10's would be a no brainer, except for the 65 mile commute that I have every day. So, with mileage being an issue, but not the be all, end all, what do you guys think?

Any experience with before/after mileage numbers and seat of the pants feel would be great.

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i would go with 4.10s. i personally just switched from 3.23s to 4.10s, all i have to say is WOW. with your 285's you should still be fine with your comute. 4.10s will equal out to a 3.73 with your tire size. perfect ratio for all around drivability.
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Bumping to the top, I'm going to Pyle Bros. next month, just looking for some more opinions. Definitely leaning towards the 4.10's.
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get the 4.10's.... you wont be dissapointed... I love mine since switching from 3.42's
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3.42's to 4.10's also.
no regrets.
Old 10-24-2006, 10:25 AM
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let me tell you, you also wont be disappointed with pyle bros either. i had my 3.43 to 4.10 swap done there and its a good price and they do awesome work. cool guys to talk with too
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With that big of a tire, go 4.10.
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3.42's to 4.10's here.. would do it again in a heartbeat
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4.10 for sure. At 70mph your rpm's will be 2129
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