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rwade · 12-23-2012, 03:12 PM

I am putting a 6.0L (LQ9) with a mild cam, 4L80 with a 3600 stall converter. I currently have 3:73's in my 12 bolt. I will be running a 24X14 rear wheel with a 405/25/24 that is 32" tall. Wondering if I should consider going to a 4:10, or even a 4:56? Or would I even notice the difference? This truck will never go down a race track, just want some nice get up and go. Thanks for your responses.
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67ChevyRedneck · 12-23-2012, 03:34 PM

I would leave the 3.73. I think my tires ars 28". Even with the larger tire i think the 3.73 is a great combo with OD. I have a 700r myself.
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Smith & Sons · 12-23-2012, 03:44 PM

With that much tire,I think you are going to want more gear.As it is ,you will be turning only about 1700 rpm at 60 mph.With the 4.56s you will be turning just under 2100 RPM at 60-about right.Just be shure you have high quality axils & u joints ect. Happy cruizing

(see ringpinion.com-calculators) Your converter will also be happier w more gear

rwade · 12-23-2012, 04:15 PM

I will be using custom narrowed moser axles and all new bearings & u-joints. Thanks for the responses.
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Smith & Sons · 12-23-2012, 05:20 PM

Sounds good.You may also want to consider a poly driveshaft center mount instead of the OEM rubber one.The terminal velocity of your driveshaft may be an issue ,especially if it's a long box-you don't want to end up wearing that thing.

12-23-2012, 03:12 PM	#1
rwade Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Louisiana Posts: 970	What gears do you recommend? I am putting a 6.0L (LQ9) with a mild cam, 4L80 with a 3600 stall converter. I currently have 3:73's in my 12 bolt. I will be running a 24X14 rear wheel with a 405/25/24 that is 32" tall. Wondering if I should consider going to a 4:10, or even a 4:56? Or would I even notice the difference? This truck will never go down a race track, just want some nice get up and go. Thanks for your responses. Posted via Mobile Device

12-23-2012, 03:34 PM	#2
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: What gears do you recommend? I would leave the 3.73. I think my tires ars 28". Even with the larger tire i think the 3.73 is a great combo with OD. I have a 700r myself. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

12-23-2012, 03:44 PM	#3
Smith & Sons Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Silverdale,Wa Posts: 48	Re: What gears do you recommend? With that much tire,I think you are going to want more gear.As it is ,you will be turning only about 1700 rpm at 60 mph.With the 4.56s you will be turning just under 2100 RPM at 60-about right.Just be shure you have high quality axils & u joints ect. Happy cruizing (see ringpinion.com-calculators) Your converter will also be happier w more gear

12-23-2012, 04:15 PM	#4
rwade Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Louisiana Posts: 970	Re: What gears do you recommend? I will be using custom narrowed moser axles and all new bearings & u-joints. Thanks for the responses. Posted via Mobile Device

12-23-2012, 05:20 PM	#5
Smith & Sons Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Silverdale,Wa Posts: 48	Re: What gears do you recommend? Sounds good.You may also want to consider a poly driveshaft center mount instead of the OEM rubber one.The terminal velocity of your driveshaft may be an issue ,especially if it's a long box-you don't want to end up wearing that thing.

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