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Old 02-19-2017, 04:52 PM   #1
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Re: Ring and pinion choice for 4.8 LS

I'm running a 5.7 with a T56 six speed, Ford 9' with 350 gears. At 80 mph I'm only tacking 1740 rpm. I'm thinking at least 3;73 range if not 4;11 in the near future.
1st - 4th pull very strong 5 & 6 Freeway only. A LOT of FUN to drive
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Re: Ring and pinion choice for 4.8 LS

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I'm running a 5.7 with a T56 six speed, Ford 9' with 350 gears. At 80 mph I'm only tacking 1740 rpm. I'm thinking at least 3;73 range if not 4;11 in the near future.
1st - 4th pull very strong 5 & 6 Freeway only. A LOT of FUN to drive
I was running 3.73 in my 12 bolt when I originally was running my 4l60 and it was a great setup. I went to the T56 and felt the need for the 4.11 because of the double overdrive. It was a blast to drive with that gearing so I would recommend it.
Now I am at a 4l80 and not liking the 4.11 so much lol and may eventually swap back to the 3.73. I would like your 3.50 but in my 12 bolt it is not much option...
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