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Old 02-21-2010, 11:21 PM   #61 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Big Dave View Post
I think since I did my 3.08 gear mod, 3.08s have become very rare in the aftermarket. For bigger trucks using Dana 60s or 70s or Sterling 10.25s, 3.55 is about the limit these days.
I think with the advances in transmissions and engines, the longer rear end gears aren't really desirable for most applications anymore, where large tire diameters and 5/6 speed transmissions are available, as well as higher revving engines with more power available.

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