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Old Feb 2, 2011 | 01:10 PM
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what gears!?

hey guys i have a 4.6 and im running 37s with stock gearing. im getting 9mpg right now city. i need more get up and go! but im looking to get the most efficient mileage most importantly. i drive on the highway ususally at about 80-90 mph and i tow my trail rig also. what would be my best option?
 
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Old Feb 2, 2011 | 04:26 PM
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4.56 for mileage. 4.88's for towing.
 
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Old Feb 2, 2011 | 05:10 PM
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Ok thanks my trail rig is only a Suzuki sidekick so its not a ton to tow but my trucks dogs a lot right now so I hope it will be corrected.
Any sort of numbers on mpg I've had it since its been on 37s so I never knew what decent gas mileage was like
 
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 11:12 PM
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Don't drive 90mph in a lifted truck might help..
 
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Old Feb 6, 2011 | 01:25 PM
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The best way to get better mileage and performance is get rid of the lift and go back to stock tires - and use your Sidekick when you want to go offroad.
 
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