Big lift kits and freeway driving.

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12-08-2012, 04:42 PM

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Gearing makes all the difference in the world.

It isn't a substitute for horsepower though. 6.5" lift here on 35s, can do 75-80 all day comfortably. I like keeping it around 70 though for better fuel mileage.

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12-09-2012, 10:29 PM

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It isn't a substitute for horsepower though. 6.5" lift here on 35s, can do 75-80 all day comfortably. I like keeping it around 70 though for better fuel mileage.

What gears are u running?

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12-10-2012, 12:23 PM

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12-10-2012, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by smeltmaster1

i have stock gear auto trans now with 33's and 6.5-7'' lift and i just took it on the highway yesterday and it is kinda hard to get to 70 mph and it is kinda all over i have to see what i can do about this maybe long arms soon and may go to 4.10's

Put it in 3rd gear on the highway... you can thank me later