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Old Mar 17, 2014 | 10:04 PM
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What's your ultimate goal? Sure, in high gear (overdrive) your RPMs looks good, however, RPMs will be way up in the lower ranges (1-2-3). Where is most of your driving going to occur?
 
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Old Mar 17, 2014 | 10:24 PM
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What's your ultimate goal? Sure, in high gear (overdrive) your RPMs looks good, however, RPMs will be way up in the lower ranges (1-2-3). Where is most of your driving going to occur?
I just want there to be more power. I feel like the current setup is a huge strain on the engine and tranny. It's a dog on the highway and I'm looking to fix that. Gas mileage doesn't really concern me, I don't drive a whole bunch and don't mind putting gas in. I don't even pay much attention to my mileage right now. All I know is I get about 290-300 miles a tank. Just looking to make my truck more fun to drive!
 
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Old Mar 17, 2014 | 10:52 PM
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It's all just math. All the calculators work the same way. So, chances are VERY good that's its accurate.
 
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Old Mar 17, 2014 | 11:41 PM
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For what you described I would recommend 4.56. I have 4.56 with 35s and at highway speeds I'm about 100-200rpm above factory gears (355) and tires at same speed. If you have any questions ask away.
 
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Old Mar 17, 2014 | 11:55 PM
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I find this site extremely handy when calculating gear ratios.

http://www.powerblocktv.com/resources/

You enter your current ratio, tires and future ratio. You also need to enter your transmission final drive ratio - 0.69:1
 
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