3.73->4.56 Regear Results
Regeared my truck a few weeks ago. I thought I would start a thread to let people thinking of doing the same what to expect. I've definitely seen the question asked a few times in the past, and o...
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ramyankee wrote:
Our 2002 with the 8.1 has the 3:73. Always wondered how it would effect our fuel and all the other factors if we re-geared...And was curious as to cost?
It was just the cost of parts for me. I have a friend who has a lift and can set up gears.
Roughly $500 in parts to replace both axles, the gears, and all bearings/seals.
BenK, I always love seeing your truck, I have a soft spot for GMT400's. This is not my first.
Funny, I was just looking at gear vendors this morning, but I think it would be overkill for my application. If I have a 3/4 Sub with a big block, it might be worthwhile.
mountainkowboy wrote:
I've been mulling around the idea of going to 4.56 gears in Red from 4.10's for better cruising...it always has the TC on it and is at 11,000lbs 95% of the time not towing anything.
Nice write-up thanks for the info.
Is your F350 a dIesel? My only concern with a diesel truck would be the smaller RPM range they have to operate in.
If it is a 460 EFI, we did headers and exhaust in my FIL early 90's 460 EFI motorhome. Made a big difference in power and fuel economy.
