Which rearend is the best for a daily driver? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

helnabuckt · 03-24-2002, 07:39 PM

My '70 Longbed cst has 4.11 gears in the rearend, all in good shape. but I am curious what the best gears are: 3.07-4.56 which is the best for cruising around town, and also highway driving. Thanks.

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Dallas, Tx

'70 Chevy C-10 Longbed
'00 Softail Custom
'99 Jeep Cherokee

69 longhorn · 03-24-2002, 07:44 PM

In the mid 3s would be a good all around gear. I ran a 12 bolt with a set of 3.40s under the longhorn for a while(75 diff). Got a set of richmond 4.10s now,fun to play with,but a little low for a lot of hyway travel..........69 longhorn.

*Fast68Chevy* · 03-24-2002, 07:45 PM

i highly doubt you have actual 4.11, 4.11 is a super rare ratio,
you will have 3.,73 or 3.07 if its a 1/2 ton 67-72 truck, unless somoene put 4.11 aftermarket gear set in it.

3.07 is good for cruising and highway, 3.73 is good for acceleration and decent on highways depending on tire height.

others can go into detail, im not gonna, the ratio to choose dpeend son what you really want the truck to do and what you are gonna use it for, tire hight and other factors affect engine rpm at any given vehicle speed, osme more suitable for certain speeds than others

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**70cst** · 03-24-2002, 07:48 PM

I am in the process of switching from an open 3:08 to 3:42 gears with an Eaton posi. It will be th best of both worlds. I have a 402BB with a 400 auto, so I can lay back or punch it...either way I can have fun w/o going broke for gas.

Dewayne 70cst

helnabuckt · 03-24-2002, 07:50 PM

Thanks guys. When I got it thats what I was told had been put in it but I haven't counted the teeth yet. Just tryin to find out some info.

Here in Dallas even around town drivin involves getting on the highway, so I was kinda looking for an all around gear.

Thanks again guys

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Bryan
Dallas, Tx

'70 Chevy C-10 Longbed
'00 Softail Custom
'99 Jeep Cherokee

MIKE'67 · 03-25-2002, 12:40 PM

I am running a 4.11. Great around town but not so on the highway. I have a turbo 350 trannie.
Would a long trip do any damage? It sure seems to wind up tight.

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**68SWB4x4** · 03-25-2002, 01:39 PM

3:07s run nice on the highway and my truck still seems to have nice get up (to me atleast) a 3:40 or 3:55 would probaly be perfect though

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Luckymic34 · 03-25-2002, 06:55 PM

I wonder the same thing as Mike'67 sometimes. Mine came with the gears from the factory and I've been tossing around the idea of getting someting a little more fuel efficient, but man it sure is fun to drive around town

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Bill72BB · 03-25-2002, 07:09 PM

I replaced the 4.10 with 3.54 makes freeway driving a lot nicer and still has some spunk in town .
Bill

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frogsmakr · 03-25-2002, 07:11 PM

I like my 3.07:1 I have had the 373s and 342s(dana) and like the 307s best for daily driving

03-24-2002, 07:39 PM	#1
helnabuckt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 14	Which rearend is the best for a daily driver? My '70 Longbed cst has 4.11 gears in the rearend, all in good shape. but I am curious what the best gears are: 3.07-4.56 which is the best for cruising around town, and also highway driving. Thanks. ------------------ Bryan Dallas, Tx '70 Chevy C-10 Longbed '00 Softail Custom '99 Jeep Cherokee __________________ Bryan Dallas, Tx '70 Chevy C-10 Longbed '00 Softail Custom '99 Jeep Cherokee

03-24-2002, 07:44 PM	#2
69 longhorn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: rock island,il,usa Posts: 5,382	In the mid 3s would be a good all around gear. I ran a 12 bolt with a set of 3.40s under the longhorn for a while(75 diff). Got a set of richmond 4.10s now,fun to play with,but a little low for a lot of hyway travel..........69 longhorn. __________________ http://community.webshots.com/user/hotrodhorn

03-24-2002, 07:48 PM	#4
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,374	I am in the process of switching from an open 3:08 to 3:42 gears with an Eaton posi. It will be th best of both worlds. I have a 402BB with a 400 auto, so I can lay back or punch it...either way I can have fun w/o going broke for gas. Dewayne 70cst __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

03-24-2002, 07:50 PM	#5
helnabuckt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 14	Thanks guys. When I got it thats what I was told had been put in it but I haven't counted the teeth yet. Just tryin to find out some info. Here in Dallas even around town drivin involves getting on the highway, so I was kinda looking for an all around gear. Thanks again guys ------------------ Bryan Dallas, Tx '70 Chevy C-10 Longbed '00 Softail Custom '99 Jeep Cherokee __________________ Bryan Dallas, Tx '70 Chevy C-10 Longbed '00 Softail Custom '99 Jeep Cherokee

03-25-2002, 12:40 PM	#6
MIKE'67 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Albertville, Alabama USA Posts: 299	I am running a 4.11. Great around town but not so on the highway. I have a turbo 350 trannie. Would a long trip do any damage? It sure seems to wind up tight. ------------------ 1967 Chevy white SWB, 327, 350 trans., 95 Silverado power buckets, frenched third brake light, frenched antenna, digital gauges, power windows, tilt wheel, Vintage Air, Painless wiring, Cragar SS wheels. Located in Albertville, Alabama __________________ 1977 Short Stepside, black, 350/350. Located in Albertville, Alabama.

03-24-2002, 07:45 PM	#3
Fast68Chevy Account Suspended Join Date: May 2000 Location: IL Posts: 0	i highly doubt you have actual 4.11, 4.11 is a super rare ratio, you will have 3.,73 or 3.07 if its a 1/2 ton 67-72 truck, unless somoene put 4.11 aftermarket gear set in it. 3.07 is good for cruising and highway, 3.73 is good for acceleration and decent on highways depending on tire height. others can go into detail, im not gonna, the ratio to choose dpeend son what you really want the truck to do and what you are gonna use it for, tire hight and other factors affect engine rpm at any given vehicle speed, osme more suitable for certain speeds than others ------------------ -71/C-10(thx teeitup and crews!)350 4+4/CH465(thx 71Chev, GMCPaul, and CPNE)longfleet bed(thnx meathead95)!still building it- -'84 Z28(Z28) 1G1AP87GXEL100000 with H.O. 305/4bbl/190net/hp(L69) 3.73 rear(GT4/YC4) 700R4(MD8-MXO) & other goodies -79 G20 pass van, 350/th350/10bolt, paint is overrated Randy- Lincoln, IL r68c30@hotmail.com © RSS Enterprises 2000

03-25-2002, 01:39 PM	#7
68SWB4x4 Strongman Garage Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Salinas, CA Posts: 10,241	3:07s run nice on the highway and my truck still seems to have nice get up (to me atleast) a 3:40 or 3:55 would probaly be perfect though ------------------ My Truck pictures www.xframeimpala.com 68 4x4 short fleetside 327 CH465 edelbrock intake and carb MSD distributor its the "SHAGROLET" 56 big window short stepside 235 dual 1 brls 64ImpalaSS 327 70 C10 LWB fleetside custom/10 350/TH350 IM me on aol SN= SHAGROLET __________________ Kalle 68 GMC Suburban 1500 4x4 SOLD 69 Pontiac Lemans 99 Silverado 4.8 5 speed ECSB [ Facebook Instagram Subscribe on YOUTUBE

03-25-2002, 06:55 PM	#8
Luckymic34 Whisky Bent & Hell Bound Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Chula Vista, CA Posts: 430	I wonder the same thing as Mike'67 sometimes. Mine came with the gears from the factory and I've been tossing around the idea of getting someting a little more fuel efficient, but man it sure is fun to drive around town ------------------ 68 custom stepside 350 with Carter 650, Weiand intake, HEI, Crane Enegizer 266 cam, Headmen headers 40 series Flowmasters, B&M hole shot 2,000 rmp stall, TCI TH350 Streetfighter, 4.10 gears Virginia Beach, VA by way of Houston, TX __________________ 68 custom stepside PS,PB 350 with Vortec Heads,Carter 650, Edelbrock Performer,HEI, Crane Enegizer 266, Headmen headers 40 series Flowmasters, B&M hole shot 2,000 rmp stall, TCI TH350 Streetfighter, 4.10 gears 2003 Harley Davidson 883C San Diego, CA by way of Houston, TX

03-25-2002, 07:09 PM	#9
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,979	I replaced the 4.10 with 3.54 makes freeway driving a lot nicer and still has some spunk in town . Bill ------------------ 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB,400 air,ps,pb,leafsprings tilt,3.54 . 82 chevy silverado sb ,ps,pb pw,pd,air 350/350 Flowmaster 40. Torrance Calif. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " [This message has been edited by Bill72BB (edited March 25, 2002).] __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen ,

03-25-2002, 07:11 PM	#10
frogsmakr Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Sherwood AR Posts: 553	I like my 3.07:1 I have had the 373s and 342s(dana) and like the 307s best for daily driving __________________ 67 C-10 shortwide '06 Triumph Thruxton '09 Harley 'Lectra Glide '95 Z-71 two door Tahoe



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