How do I know what gear ratio My rear end is?

Turn the wheel TWO revolutions and count the number of driveshaft turns. The number of driveshaft rotations will help you determine your rear axle ratio. For example, if it turned 3 and a half times, it’s a 3.50:1 ratio. If it turned 4 and a quarter times, it’s a 4.25:1 ratio.

How do I know what gear ratio My 9 inch Ford?

Count the number of teeth on the crown wheel, and divide by the number of teeth on the pinion. That is your ratio. That is the best method.. The ratio is also usually stamped on the top side of the ring gear just to double check that your math is correct.

Do front and rear axle ratios have to match?

Final drive ratios must be the same. A diff doesn’t have a ratio and is always the same, ie, One wheel stopped, the other side twice the speed. All diffs are the same. Any difference in final drive ratios front to rear will cause failure unless a centre diff is running the DIFFERENCE of speeds.

What gear ratio does my RAM have?

Ram has a standard axle ratio of 3.21 on 2X4 trucks and 3.55 on 4X4 trucks and trucks with the diesel engine. However buyers can choose different axle ratios for their Ram 1500, including a 3.92 axle ratio.

Is a 4.30 gear ratio good?

A 4.30 ratio will give you better low end acceleration but also lower gas mileage. A 3.73 ratio will still provide decent acceleration but will also provide a tad better mileage plus give you a higher top end speed.

What is the difference between 3.42 and 3.73 gears?

The difference in towing mpg between the 3.42 and 3.73 gears at highway cruise speed, under the same conditions, should be less than 1 mpg because of the slightly higher rpm running 3.73s. Vehicle speed actually plays a bigger role in fuel economy than engine rpm.

What is a good gear ratio for towing?

The most popular rear end ratio in trucks today is the 3:55, which sort of averages towing power and fuel economy. This is a good ratio for the occasional towing or hauling individual. For a person who tows more often, and heavier loads, the 3:73 or 4:10 may be more appropriate.