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Old Aug 1, 2011 | 04:19 AM
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I was talked in to puttin 4.88 with 35". I would like to go with 37". Anyone running 4.88 with 37". Just lookin for some real experience. I will be changing the axle out later and. Regear at that time. Because of wife its eaiser to upgrade when it breaks. 4 door manual and I pull a m101 trailer. Its used for camping no major extreme rocks.
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Old Aug 1, 2011 | 04:51 AM
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I have an '08 Unlimited with a 6spd and 37s. I'm running 4.88s and I think it is perfect. Low enough to crawl but still able to run the highway without screaming the motor.
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Old Aug 1, 2011 | 06:28 AM
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as mentioned, you'll be fine. heck, i've run 37's with 3.73 and it wasn't too bad.
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Old Aug 1, 2011 | 07:39 AM
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Thanks. I kinda figured just lookin for some insight.
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