Bolt on performance
pedant
Joined: Jan 2008
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From: EXTREME southwest CT
Gearing is an issue because of the low revving torquey nature of the Six.
Especially because of the 1:1 top gear.
Depending on tires, 2:75 or 3.00 is going to be best if you need to travel any distance at 55 or more mph.
These engines don't like to be wound up.
Especially because of the 1:1 top gear.
Depending on tires, 2:75 or 3.00 is going to be best if you need to travel any distance at 55 or more mph.
These engines don't like to be wound up.
Cargo Master
Joined: Dec 2009
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From: Santa Fe Tx
I third that notion! I have 3.08 and my truck does fine on the highway.
Senior User
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And here I am with 3.50 gears lol. Still does 90 mph though, she's a screamer.
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