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Fred T · 01-22-2003, 11:22 PM

I can't recall the exact ratio number, but 4.56 was an option on the 3/4 ton trucks. Unless you're pulling loads all the time, I'd go for a 3.73, possibly even the 3.42. Both are available in the 14 bolt full floater, 3.73s are easier to find. $300 in the yards around here.

01-22-2003, 11:22 PM	#2
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	I can't recall the exact ratio number, but 4.56 was an option on the 3/4 ton trucks. Unless you're pulling loads all the time, I'd go for a 3.73, possibly even the 3.42. Both are available in the 14 bolt full floater, 3.73s are easier to find. $300 in the yards around here. __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.