RE: 4.7 towing (was: HO cams)

From: Curt Coulter (curt@cjnetworking.com)
Date: Fri Feb 20 2004 - 23:50:37 EST


> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net] On Behalf Of
> Jason Bleazard
> Subject: DML: 4.7 towing (was: HO cams)
>
>
> Curt Coulter said:
> >
> > I frequently tow 2500-5500 pounds and find the 4.7 to be
> pretty anemic
> > for that use.
>
> What axle ratio do you have? We found when we changed from
> 3.55 to 3.92 that it made a HUGE difference for towing with
> the 4.7. It makes sense to me. I know this engine loves to
> rev, and develops its power at a higher RPM range than the 318 did.

I ordered mine from the factory with the 3.92lsd and 5-speed specifically
for towing...

/Curt



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