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CheyLadd · 08-13-2008, 09:46 AM

I am using an aftermarket tach and am pretty sure it is accurate. I guess using 1st is out of the question so now I have to decide about swapping gears simply for the lower rpms on the freeway. Are there any good how-tos on gear swapping? The only quote I got was $1600 for both axles and it would take a lot of gas to make that pay for itself. I have done a lot engine wise but have never been into a differential and worry about not knowing terminology.

08-13-2008, 09:46 AM	#7
CheyLadd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 85	Re: Ring and pinion gear swap-Worth it? I am using an aftermarket tach and am pretty sure it is accurate. I guess using 1st is out of the question so now I have to decide about swapping gears simply for the lower rpms on the freeway. Are there any good how-tos on gear swapping? The only quote I got was $1600 for both axles and it would take a lot of gas to make that pay for itself. I have done a lot engine wise but have never been into a differential and worry about not knowing terminology.