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wmoses
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Jul 12, 2013

Anyone changed their rear end for more towing capacity?

I am considering upgrading my RV to a TT that as a GVWR of 7500# which is about 500# above my TV rated capacity. I have a 3.08 rear end and from what I can gather, a similar truck as mine with the ...
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Ram4Sam
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Jul 12, 2013
If you are going to buy the trailer anyway, tow it a couple of times and see if a gear change is even needed, you may be okay. Also, if you make a drastic gear change and use the truck is your daily driver, there will be a mileage penalty for the lower gears.

Sam

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