Choice of rear axle on 2016 F350
Hi everyone. We're ordering a new F350 (4x4 CC LB Diesel) and are trying to decide between the 3.73 and 4.30 rear axles. Presumably the 3.73 will have significantly better MPG, both empty and towing, ...
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I tend to agree with everyone that 3.73's are plenty with the torque of the modern diesel. BUT... what most have ignored is the benefit of the wide track front axle that comes along with the 4.30's. It is night and day better than the standard front end for maneuvering. I would not buy a DRW without it.
PS: Are you sure you don't want to wait for the 2017 redesign? You're buying a very nice but outdated truck in opting for the 2016.
PS: Are you sure you don't want to wait for the 2017 redesign? You're buying a very nice but outdated truck in opting for the 2016.
