38s need help gearing my rear end

[badazzfseries]

I put some 38s on and lost alot of torque dont have much get up and go ...so I need to gear this bad boy any suggestion ...its a 97 with the 8.8

[RhinoZ24]

8.8 what? And what engine and gear ratio do you currently have? 4.2, 4.6, or 5.4, and 3.55 or 3.73? You'll probably need at least 4.10, or for 38's, a 4.56 gear ratio would probably work the best.

[5.0Flareside]

Which engine? Personal opinion is..

4.6 = 4.56 gear
5.4 = 4.10


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[Jersey_Joe]

Well first off. I would get rid of that 8.8. Look for a 2000-03. Try and find a 9.75 sterling 4.10 gear with a locker. Came with my 03. Solid. That little 8.8 is killin u with them big sneakers

[joshpickworth]

What would be your guys opinion on a 2006 with the 5.4, what ratio would you want for 35s and what would you want for 38s?

[RhinoZ24]

3.73 would probably be enough for 35's, maybe a 4.10 for 38's if you have the 5.4L.

[5.0Flareside]

3.73 would probably be enough for 35's, maybe a 4.10 for 38's if you have the 5.4L.

Agree..


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[Jersey_Joe]

Any 9inch ford rear. 8.8's arnt known for there longevity with big tired like that

[RhinoZ24]

Any 9inch ford rear. 8.8's arnt known for there longevity with big tired like that

Stupid question, but what is the 8.8 referring to? I feel like an idiot.

[badazzfseries]

Prolly gonna go to the 9.75 I wss just gonna gear it but it is starting to pop and snap when I take off I think im killin it

[BFEB]

Ya you'll probably need to step up. I don't think gears alone will remedy that.