Is 4.56 gears too much for me?

GregM · 2005-03-25 04:22:41

I'm happy with 4.56:1 gears and 29" tires :jest:

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Mar 27, 2005 | 11:53 AM

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I'm happy with 4.56:1 gears and 29" tires

Apr 3, 2005 | 09:48 PM

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I'm happy with 4.56:1 gears and 29" tires

Keep in mind which tranny you have as the 4L60E has a much lower 1st gear than the 4L80E that James has. Makes a difference!

Apr 4, 2005 | 06:59 AM

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yeah, but james b also has less overdrive because of the 80E.

Apr 4, 2005 | 07:15 AM

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yeah, but james b also has less overdrive because of the 80E.

Don't forget he has the GV Overdrive unit....

Apr 4, 2005 | 09:29 AM

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Damn! I always forget that James has 614 drive ratio choices to choose from!

Apr 4, 2005 | 11:47 AM

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Im running 4.10's with stock 28in tires..... I love it.....

Apr 4, 2005 | 01:26 PM

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Don't forget he has the GV Overdrive unit....

oh yeah, i forgot about the add on he has.

Apr 4, 2005 | 01:34 PM

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You can also make an arguement about the 4.56s being weaker because I smashed the pinion on mine.

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