What gears do I need?
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What gears do I need?
I just got a 4 inch rancho lift and 33 inch tires on 16 inch rims ( see signature for exact numbers) I need to know what gears to go with. I was thinking about 4.56 but I have read this board alot and some say 4.10's are good. I have not found anyone with the setup I have on here so I need some help please.
Thanks y'all
ed
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K&N filter,tinted glass,DEE-ZEE platnium series black tool box.SUPERCHIP,
manik grill guard with 2 PIAA 120 watt off-road racing lights (they're bright)
Gibson swept side cat back exhaust. White Face gauges, lighted Ford logo, Airraid.
16.5 x 9.75 Centerline style 33 extreme duyt wheels wrapped with 33x12.50x16.5
BF Goodrich All-terrain T/A KO's.
4" RANCHO lift with RS 5000 rancho shocks.
Cobra C.B. with dual white whips with black tips.
I have alot to do before april... not so much now.
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Thanks y'all
ed
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Y2K F150 4x4 ORP Lariat 5.4L Loaded to the max Oxford white all the way down
K&N filter,tinted glass,DEE-ZEE platnium series black tool box.SUPERCHIP,
manik grill guard with 2 PIAA 120 watt off-road racing lights (they're bright)
Gibson swept side cat back exhaust. White Face gauges, lighted Ford logo, Airraid.
16.5 x 9.75 Centerline style 33 extreme duyt wheels wrapped with 33x12.50x16.5
BF Goodrich All-terrain T/A KO's.
4" RANCHO lift with RS 5000 rancho shocks.
Cobra C.B. with dual white whips with black tips.
I have alot to do before april... not so much now.
edwardmb@earthlink.net
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Well I'm Planning the 4.56's but I'm running 35's. Why not split the difference and get 4.30's ?
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FDLFDCoD,
I can help you out, will need to know your org. tire size and your current gear ratio.
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98 F-150 XLT, SC, SWB, 2WD, Pac. Grn., 4.2L auto, 4.10 gears w/ LS, Tow Pkg., BFG AT's 265/75/16, K&N air filter, Dynomax muffler, Superchip, Edelbrock shocks, Hellwig sway bar, 3" body lift, signal mirrors, ...tons of cosmetic products
I can help you out, will need to know your org. tire size and your current gear ratio.
Regards,
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98 F-150 XLT, SC, SWB, 2WD, Pac. Grn., 4.2L auto, 4.10 gears w/ LS, Tow Pkg., BFG AT's 265/75/16, K&N air filter, Dynomax muffler, Superchip, Edelbrock shocks, Hellwig sway bar, 3" body lift, signal mirrors, ...tons of cosmetic products
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well my orignal tires were the stock 17 inch rims but i am unsure of the actual tire size.
I called 4 wheel parts and they said the front couldn't be changed to 4.56.
I have seen several people on this board that prove that wrong.
I need to know exactly what parts I need and what company has the best. I was looking at Summit Racing. I have no idea how to tell which gears I need and what else goes with it.
Thanks for the help
I talked with Mike Tropyer yesterday and he suggested I find my RPM's at 60 MPH. He said they need to be at about 2200 RPM. I haven't gotten that data yet.
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Y2K F150 4x4 ORP Lariat 5.4L Loaded to the max Oxford white all the way down
K&N filter,tinted glass,DEE-ZEE platnium series black tool box.SUPERCHIP,
manik grill guard with 2 PIAA 120 watt off-road racing lights (they're bright)
Gibson swept side cat back exhaust. White Face gauges, lighted Ford logo, Airraid.
16.5 x 9.75 Centerline style 33 extreme duyt wheels wrapped with 33x12.50x16.5
BF Goodrich All-terrain T/A KO's.
4" RANCHO lift with RS 5000 rancho shocks.
Cobra C.B. with dual white whips with black tips.
I have alot to do before april... not so much now.
edwardmb@earthlink.net
Please don't drink and drive!
[This message has been edited by FDLFDCoD (edited 04-04-2000).]
I called 4 wheel parts and they said the front couldn't be changed to 4.56.
I have seen several people on this board that prove that wrong.
I need to know exactly what parts I need and what company has the best. I was looking at Summit Racing. I have no idea how to tell which gears I need and what else goes with it.
Thanks for the help
I talked with Mike Tropyer yesterday and he suggested I find my RPM's at 60 MPH. He said they need to be at about 2200 RPM. I haven't gotten that data yet.
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Y2K F150 4x4 ORP Lariat 5.4L Loaded to the max Oxford white all the way down
K&N filter,tinted glass,DEE-ZEE platnium series black tool box.SUPERCHIP,
manik grill guard with 2 PIAA 120 watt off-road racing lights (they're bright)
Gibson swept side cat back exhaust. White Face gauges, lighted Ford logo, Airraid.
16.5 x 9.75 Centerline style 33 extreme duyt wheels wrapped with 33x12.50x16.5
BF Goodrich All-terrain T/A KO's.
4" RANCHO lift with RS 5000 rancho shocks.
Cobra C.B. with dual white whips with black tips.
I have alot to do before april... not so much now.
edwardmb@earthlink.net
Please don't drink and drive!
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I dont think you will be able to find a 4.30 ring and pinion for the front end.You will have to choose between a 4.10 and a 4.56
If you are happy with your current tire size and plan on staying with that size I would go with 4.10 if you want 35s someday,go with the 4.56
I have 4.10s with the 32s that came with my truck and I feel it is just right
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99 F 150 4x4.ORP,S/B 4.6 4.10 gears, Gibson 3" cat back. K&N filter. Superchip
If you are happy with your current tire size and plan on staying with that size I would go with 4.10 if you want 35s someday,go with the 4.56
I have 4.10s with the 32s that came with my truck and I feel it is just right
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I have pretty much decided on the 4.56's, because someday I may decide to go to 35's.
Now if anyone could help me decide which gears are the best...money is no object here I want the best quality.
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Y2K F150 4x4 ORP Lariat 5.4L Loaded to the max Oxford white all the way down
K&N filter,tinted glass,DEE-ZEE platnium series black tool box.SUPERCHIP,
manik grill guard with 2 PIAA 120 watt off-road racing lights (they're bright)
Gibson swept side cat back exhaust. White Face gauges, lighted Ford logo, Airraid.
16.5 x 9.75 Centerline style 33 extreme duyt wheels wrapped with 33x12.50x16.5
BF Goodrich All-terrain T/A KO's.
4" RANCHO lift with RS 5000 rancho shocks.
Cobra C.B. with dual white whips with black tips.
I have alot to do before april... not so much now.
edwardmb@earthlink.net
Please don't drink and drive!
Now if anyone could help me decide which gears are the best...money is no object here I want the best quality.
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Y2K F150 4x4 ORP Lariat 5.4L Loaded to the max Oxford white all the way down
K&N filter,tinted glass,DEE-ZEE platnium series black tool box.SUPERCHIP,
manik grill guard with 2 PIAA 120 watt off-road racing lights (they're bright)
Gibson swept side cat back exhaust. White Face gauges, lighted Ford logo, Airraid.
16.5 x 9.75 Centerline style 33 extreme duyt wheels wrapped with 33x12.50x16.5
BF Goodrich All-terrain T/A KO's.
4" RANCHO lift with RS 5000 rancho shocks.
Cobra C.B. with dual white whips with black tips.
I have alot to do before april... not so much now.
edwardmb@earthlink.net
Please don't drink and drive!
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FDLFDCoD,
Myself and Gimpkiller (he has a 4X4) both bought US/STRANGE gears. GIMPS ran him just over a grang for BOTH gear sets and install. My 4.10's cost me $180.00 plus $68.00 for the complete install kit (shims, timken bearings, gasket, loctite, etc, etc) Tax was $19 and change. About $250.00 for the install. I spent over 3 months doing my home work , searching the 4x4 mags, internet etc etc before buying the US gears. Gimp told me in the beginning, that the US gear was very well know. I believed him, but wanted to do my own reasearch. Well I found out that US gear was the best (from talking to many shop mgr's) Also Precision gear's are good as well. Stay away from Richmond gears, they are not made in the USA. Good luck w/ your gears. and it's a good choice to go w/ the 4.56's if your getting 35's someday.
F&B's
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98 F-150 XLT, SC, SWB, 2WD, Pac. Grn., 4.2L auto, 4.10 gears w/ LS, Tow Pkg., BFG AT's 265/75/16, K&N air filter, Dynomax muffler, Superchip, Edelbrock shocks, Hellwig sway bar, 3" body lift, signal mirrors, ...tons of cosmetic products
Myself and Gimpkiller (he has a 4X4) both bought US/STRANGE gears. GIMPS ran him just over a grang for BOTH gear sets and install. My 4.10's cost me $180.00 plus $68.00 for the complete install kit (shims, timken bearings, gasket, loctite, etc, etc) Tax was $19 and change. About $250.00 for the install. I spent over 3 months doing my home work , searching the 4x4 mags, internet etc etc before buying the US gears. Gimp told me in the beginning, that the US gear was very well know. I believed him, but wanted to do my own reasearch. Well I found out that US gear was the best (from talking to many shop mgr's) Also Precision gear's are good as well. Stay away from Richmond gears, they are not made in the USA. Good luck w/ your gears. and it's a good choice to go w/ the 4.56's if your getting 35's someday.
F&B's
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98 F-150 XLT, SC, SWB, 2WD, Pac. Grn., 4.2L auto, 4.10 gears w/ LS, Tow Pkg., BFG AT's 265/75/16, K&N air filter, Dynomax muffler, Superchip, Edelbrock shocks, Hellwig sway bar, 3" body lift, signal mirrors, ...tons of cosmetic products
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From: richardson, TX USA
im curious why everyone is saying to go with the 4.56 gears if planning on running 35's someday. maybe its because im a 2wd, but i have a f150 xlt auto and run 4.10 with 35x12.5 bf all-terrains. i like it a lot and since i need my truck for highway more than offroad use i feel it is the perfect fit. am i doing something wrong here or is this just a personal preference? i also heard (correct me if i'm wrong) that if i did run the 4.56 with my setup that i would only be able to get about 65 on the highway...another reason i opted for the 4.10.....let me know what you think!
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Hey Ragin Cajun I live in dallas area in Mckinney and would love to see your 2wd. You need to hook up with us dallas folks for some fun. We have a Tx club that gets together quite a bit in fact they are all going down to San Antonio 4/14-4/16. What year is your truck about telling us some more about it. I have a 2wd with a 3 inch lift and 33's. Email me and tell me your number and maybe we could hook up sometime. extinguishfire@netzero.net
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1998 F150 XLT Reg. Cab, STX, White, 4.2 v6, 4x2, K&N, 3.55, Manik grill gaurd, **** Cepek 100 watt driving lamps, Kenwood mask CD-player, drop hitch, Ford hitch insert, 16x8 Atlas rims w/ 285/75/16 BFG All-Terrains KO all on a 3 inch bullseye spindles. Looks like a serious truck now!
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fire man!!!!
i would love to get together with you guys sometime and throw around some mud, but right now im still in of-season at school (i play soccer for texas A&M). as soon as school lets out though im going back home to dallas for a little while. if you ever need to get ahold of me im at, cajunbuck@aol.com
now about the truck....... its a 1994 f150 xlt 2wd, forest green, 6"superlift, 3" body, 35x12.5 bf all-terrain, amer racing rims 15x8 (kongs), 3" flowmaster exaust, bug reflector, chrome grill guard with 2 mounted hella lights, chrome westin step bars, 4.10 gears, ford limited slip. Interior: alpine 3de-7887 3cd changer unit, 10" jl-10w3, rockford amp, planet audio door speakers and tweeters.
I have a lot more planed for when i get home and hope to have herculiner, roll bar and lights, 4 8" door mounted subs, and a few other extras real soon....damn i need to make a signature badly. Hope we can get together sometime this summer!
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i would love to get together with you guys sometime and throw around some mud, but right now im still in of-season at school (i play soccer for texas A&M). as soon as school lets out though im going back home to dallas for a little while. if you ever need to get ahold of me im at, cajunbuck@aol.com
now about the truck....... its a 1994 f150 xlt 2wd, forest green, 6"superlift, 3" body, 35x12.5 bf all-terrain, amer racing rims 15x8 (kongs), 3" flowmaster exaust, bug reflector, chrome grill guard with 2 mounted hella lights, chrome westin step bars, 4.10 gears, ford limited slip. Interior: alpine 3de-7887 3cd changer unit, 10" jl-10w3, rockford amp, planet audio door speakers and tweeters.
I have a lot more planed for when i get home and hope to have herculiner, roll bar and lights, 4 8" door mounted subs, and a few other extras real soon....damn i need to make a signature badly. Hope we can get together sometime this summer!
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Perhaps my post at https://www.f150online.com/f150board...ML/000412.html might help.
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