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Old 11-04-2018, 07:06 PM   #15
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The Ford and Dodge numbers are inflated to boost sales! These numbers are higher because Ford and Dodge offer a 4:10 ratio and GM only has a 3:73 ratio. Tires are the limiting factor for these trucks, all brands. Your truck has plenty of room in its numbers for the campers you are looking at. They were designed for the 3/4 Ton HD and up pickups. If you have any doubts about your GM truck, go to YouTube and search Ike Gauntlet.
Gear ratios rarely affect GVWR - Usually they affect GCWR.
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Gear ratios rarely affect GVWR - Usually they affect GCWR.
My new truck actually does have 4.10s for gears....
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