Is 5.29 gears too much?

I think the biggest problem is the uncertainty of not knowing whether or not I'll end up with a drop bracket kit and 35's. Which I doubt tbh.

 

So, I actually feel like my truck runs better with weight on the highway than it does without (31.6 and 4.88s). I have a topper and sliders, nothing too significant. When the truck bed is empty and I'm going up an incline it's reluctant to hold the 65-70 mpg range. When the bed is loaded down the truck holds the higher rpms better and I've got a bit more consistency in throttle control.

 

Right. Well, I don't know you, but, I bet you'll at least go 33. Once those gears start working in the brain there's no stopping them

If you're moving to at least a 285 in any size, go 5.29.

 

Agreed

 

I went with 4.88's, fuck it.

Im gonna have the truck tuned anyways and I dont really see myself getting some 35's.

 

Excellent choice. @DownhillDragon here in the ATX can help you with a tune.

 

I appreciate the recommendation, but I already paid for the OVTune software. Im just gonna install the 4.88 perfomance tune after breaking them in

 

You're gonna love it

 

Hey bud, the regear will feel great, good to hear you're all set! The OVTune rabbit hole goes deep.

 

5.29s are not too low.
Full disclosure: I have not read this thread (Im sure theres a lot going on)

 

That Blue looks amazing!!!!

 

I have duratracs 285s, they’re measuring at 33.6” but are halfway through their life but I plan to run these tires again.
Arb bumper
Winch
OME lift
Bunch of lights
Steel Smart cap in the bed
and some recovery gear and such.
Compressor.

I also live in CO and have a MANUAL transmission.
Definitely thinking I’ll go with 5.29s

such a highly debated topic!

 

Personal choice, more noise, more gas, need to do both ends your money your truck go for it.

 

2 years dead, then 6 months dead, the thread that never dies!

 

Have a look at your door jam numbers. Common V6 is 3.91 pretty big jump to 5.29

 

do you have a breakdown of that comparison?

 

"Is 5.29 gears too much?" Yes it's too good. Makes the truck feel like it has some power

 

It’s referenced in my thread that’s linked here in post 2. 5th and 6th have the same drive ratios, dang near identical. However gears 1-4 won’t be the same

 

I own one (2011), both 5th and 6th are overdrive. Yes there is a noticeable difference watch your tack it will tell you.

Nothing is free, how much did that setup cost you?