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Old Mar 16, 2006 | 12:35 PM
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Hi Guys,
I have a 1988 F250 xlt lariat with the 3.55 axel and iwas wondering how torque this has and what would be my towing limits.
many thanks.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2006 | 01:13 PM
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What tranny do you have?
 
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Old Mar 16, 2006 | 02:22 PM
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I have the same truck but I am not sure on the axel or tranny. All I know on the tranny is that it is a 5 speed.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2006 | 04:25 PM
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I have a 3 speed auto.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2006 | 07:32 PM
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Not sure what the C 6 can handle.
I have grossed 20,000 with 3.55's and a 4 speed in my 6.9.
 
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