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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 12:38 PM
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Would switching from 373's to 410's be a noticeable difference? im running 33's and my trucks a dog off the line just wondering if the swap would be worth the time and money?
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 01:06 PM
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Usually worth about a tenth, tenth and a half.
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 01:39 PM
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id go to 456s honestly, i dont think you would feel that much of a difference, if youre going to spend a lot of money, do it right the first time
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 01:41 PM
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some info on your engine and trans set up ?
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 01:45 PM
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4.30s minimum. if your gonna do the work of a gear swap go more than just one ratio
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 02:05 PM
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a tt2600 is probley a better investment then just doing 4.10s imo
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 02:57 PM
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dont fear the gear
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 02:59 PM
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Converter AND gears... You won't regret it
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 06:05 PM
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04 gmc sierra z71 with the 5.3 fully bolted nelson 191 tune, 4l60e tranny with 33in tires 373 gears
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 06:12 PM
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Def need 4.56's with those tires
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