Film-Tech Forum ARCHIVE: Rear axle gear ratio debate

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Posted by Mike Blakesley (Member # 26) on 01-07-2011, 01:30 PM:

I'm about to get a new pickup (Ford Ranger) and am debating on whether to get the 4.10 rear axle or the 3.73. My previous truck, also a Ranger, had the 4.10 but I figure I will get better gas mileage with the 3.73. I don't do any towing or off-roading, just "light" hauling (theatre related stuff mostly). 3.73 is somewhat cheaper, too.

So my question is, will I notice a huge difference in everyday driving by changing to the 3.73?

Posted by Jeremy Weigel (Member # 4208) on 01-07-2011, 01:47 PM:

Since you're planning to use it as a light duty truck I would go with the 3.73.

Posted by Jason Black (Member # 684) on 01-09-2011, 04:11 AM:

The 3.73 rear should do you just fine based on your intended use.