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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 07:07 AM
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That doesn't sound right. I'm running right at 2k rpms at 70mph with 285/70/17's and a 3.73. Effectively changing the ratio to about 3.60.

Figured the 3.42 would have the rpms around 1800-1900 rpms at 70mph.

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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 09:31 PM
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Both of you guys have taller tires than I do(245/70R17). Even the stock dually tires are a bit taller. Properly calculated, it is supposed to be more like 1925 rpm. Right now, the speedo is off by 5, so I cannot get a good reading.
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Old Oct 29, 2009 | 06:52 AM
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Ahhh. Makes sense now.

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