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sowles
05-14-2009, 01:21 PM
Im going to do a gear change in my truck soon because 4.10s and 35s are too much for my little gas 5.9, especially when you hook up a trailer and put 3500lbs on it. Im going to go with a set of 4.88s, i have done the math and i will be turning just over 2000rpm in o/d at 100km/h; compaired to 1680rpm w/4.10s, i can live with that.

My question is: is there a significant difference in quality between gear companys? I see them advertised from $180 to $300. i know the general idea is you get what you pay for, and since this is my daily driver and my tow rig, i dont want to chap out. i need something that will put up with the abuse. im not hauling 11,000lbs across the country, but i will be putting some stress on these things. what do you guys think? are there any companys to stay away from?

sowles
05-14-2009, 01:22 PM
i know i should get a diesel, but it just isnt in the cards right now, lol

79 Z28
05-14-2009, 02:18 PM
richmond has alwyas been my gear of choice. they aren't the cheapest but the material and quality is 100%

iroc22
05-14-2009, 03:13 PM
Richmond