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Old Jul 27, 2005 | 10:09 PM
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Hey guys, my bro is gona buy a 2005 crew cab z71, Should he get the one with 3.73 or 4.10. He probly wont tow anything. whats best for performance?
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Old Jul 27, 2005 | 11:32 PM
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4.10's in my opinion.
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Old Jul 28, 2005 | 12:13 AM
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I love my 3.42's now. I get great mileage. Just get a TC for a good launch. These gears are awesome mid to top range.
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Old Jul 28, 2005 | 01:39 AM
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Originally Posted by 1FUNZ71
I love my 3.42's now. I get great mileage. Just get a TC for a good launch. These gears are awesome mid to top range.

me too!!!
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Old Jul 28, 2005 | 12:53 PM
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4.10.
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Old Jul 28, 2005 | 12:56 PM
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If he's not going to tow 3.73's and 4,10's if he does.
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Old Jul 28, 2005 | 04:02 PM
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I usually go with 4.10s when I order a truck. This helps to get the big truck moving. 3.73s will lower the RPMs a little while cruising.



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Old Jul 28, 2005 | 04:43 PM
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4.10s
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Old Jul 28, 2005 | 08:58 PM
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Thanks guys, I think he's leaning toward the one with 4.10's .
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Old Jul 29, 2005 | 11:01 AM
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yeah, only disadvantage of 4.10 is less mpg, but then again it has better acceleration.
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