Why 4.1 axle?
I tow an 8000 pound trailer with a GMC 2500 with 6.0l engine, 4 speed transmission, and 4.1 axle ratio. I rarely need 3rd gear on the highway; only on steep hills. For my next truck, why not get si...
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Gleason's are nice...wish the budget would allow...but...there are higher items on that list. A Detroit will suffice for now
Close ratio trannies were/are available, but in most cases...an adaptor & and "stuff" has always been nevessary. Have one built and ready for my 2 seater...5 speed w no OD manual to replace the stock 4 speed and no adapter needed
Marty is right, the 4L80E has a too low numeric (to high 1st gearing to tow heavy where there are steep inclines) and one reason ordered my K3500 with 4.1's
Won't spend the kinds of money on these new trucks and better spent, IMHO, on rebuilding to "my" specifications....turning my 4 speed with a single OD, into an 8 speed with double OD
1st will be lower than the 4L60E and with an approx 2.6 OD...haven't decided on the tire revs per mile yet. Probably sticking with what is on there...or LT255/85R16'
Personal choice...if you know HOW2 spec it out...or stuck with whatever the OEM of your choice provides
Too many only look at a component of the whole system...
Also...lost to them is the understanding of how gearboxes multiply torque
Close ratio trannies were/are available, but in most cases...an adaptor & and "stuff" has always been nevessary. Have one built and ready for my 2 seater...5 speed w no OD manual to replace the stock 4 speed and no adapter needed
Marty is right, the 4L80E has a too low numeric (to high 1st gearing to tow heavy where there are steep inclines) and one reason ordered my K3500 with 4.1's
Won't spend the kinds of money on these new trucks and better spent, IMHO, on rebuilding to "my" specifications....turning my 4 speed with a single OD, into an 8 speed with double OD
1st will be lower than the 4L60E and with an approx 2.6 OD...haven't decided on the tire revs per mile yet. Probably sticking with what is on there...or LT255/85R16'
Personal choice...if you know HOW2 spec it out...or stuck with whatever the OEM of your choice provides
Too many only look at a component of the whole system...
Also...lost to them is the understanding of how gearboxes multiply torque
