The 3.43 Rear end
I have a 07 Dodge and have a 3.73 rear end. I am thinking of trading it for a 2013/14 and have been told that I would get better gas mileage with the 3.43 rear end. I am towing a 14,000 lb 5th wheel...
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I wish I could pull some grades at the same time another person with the same weight but with 4:10's VS my 3:42.
Funny when I first bought my truck and posted on the TDR my gearing and weights many said the 3:42's were a bad choice and I agreed and planned to swap to 4:10's for $1,800 both axles at Dave Smith. But after towing a lot of mountain passes I felt the combo was doing fine.
Even had the blessing of a high up Chrysler warranty rep. He said "it can't hurt its self" !
If I could go back in time and the 4:10's were available that is what I would have gotten.
So now fast forward to thinking about a 14 Ram with all the bells and whistles I am having a hard time deciding what gearing I would choose. I keep thinking 4:10's but not so sure.
NC can't wait to hear what your impressions are after towing with your new machine.
Funny when I first bought my truck and posted on the TDR my gearing and weights many said the 3:42's were a bad choice and I agreed and planned to swap to 4:10's for $1,800 both axles at Dave Smith. But after towing a lot of mountain passes I felt the combo was doing fine.
Even had the blessing of a high up Chrysler warranty rep. He said "it can't hurt its self" !
If I could go back in time and the 4:10's were available that is what I would have gotten.
So now fast forward to thinking about a 14 Ram with all the bells and whistles I am having a hard time deciding what gearing I would choose. I keep thinking 4:10's but not so sure.
NC can't wait to hear what your impressions are after towing with your new machine.
