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need some gears for 33s

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need some gears for 33s

i got an 02 v6 edge 2wd with 33s

what kind of gears should i get and how much would they run me?
 
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you probably have 3.73 now..4.10s will work


hmm..little over hundred for gears..install kit..total couple hundred

ive got a spare set of 4.10s ill sell you..and shipping wont be bad im down in Charleston
 
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could i install them myself
 
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If you have to ask that question........the answer is no. Installing gears is tedious work, requires special tools, and must meet exact tolerances. Not a good job for the average backyard mechanic.
 
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pretty much what he said..but i got the gears that gets you stepping in the right direction..
 
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What engine do you have?

For a 4.0 go for 4.30 or 4.56
 

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Click this to find out what gears you have now.

https://www.ranger-forums.com/forum2...ad.php?t=37149
 
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i have a 3.0
 
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now im assuming that new gears will get the power back right?
 
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close enough
 
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well my truck slows down like hell going up hills on interstate will new gears help that any?

sorry for a stupid questions but what do gears actually do if you change them for the truck
 
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