I have got A manual 3sd with overdrive. I would like to know if i can change the rear end to a lower ratio , because it is geared to high.
Mar 24, 2010 at 7:37 PM
1984 Dodge Truck differential
1984 DODGE TRUCK
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CARADIODOC
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You already have a real low axle ratio. The overdrive is there to make up for it at highway speed. In the 1970s, the 4spd didn't have an overdrive gear. 4th gear was a 1:1 ratio. In your transmission, 3rd gear is the 1:1 ratio, so driving in 3rd gear is the same as driving in 4th gear in the 70s.
You can change the gear ratio but you're better of looking for a different axle because the ring and pinion set is expensive. Setup is critical too to prevent gear noise.
caradiodoc
You can change the gear ratio but you're better of looking for a different axle because the ring and pinion set is expensive. Setup is critical too to prevent gear noise.
caradiodoc
Mar 28, 2010 at 4:43 AM
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