I have a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 2wd with a 318. I want to know which rams came with 410 gears in the rear axle and if it would fit under my ram.

Thanks
Brad

 

They all could've come with 4.10s...if you ordered the 4.10 option

The ONLY 2nd gen 1/2 tons that had standard 4.10s were the OFF-ROAD edition Rams that were built in 2000 & 2001. They used the Chrysler 9.25 rear axle, which was the ONLY rear axle available for the 1/2 tons.

I'm not sure why you're looking to swap axles, but if it's just for the gear ratio, you're better off just upgrading the rear-end that you have now with a new gear set

 

I figured it would be cheaper and faster to switch out axles then to change gears. I have 3.55's in it now (that is stock) and I have Nitto Terra Grapler LT295/75 16 tires on it. I am looking to more of a stock gear ratio with this tire.

 

It would be faster, but probably not much cheaper. Good used axles tend to be a bit pricey, even the 9.25. [>:] Plus, if it were me, I'd rather have a new set of gears for my money, than a used axle/differential/gear set that I don't know the history of. That's just my thought on it though.