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Russell Ashley · 03-28-2011, 09:05 AM

I have a 2:73 in my truck with a three-on-the-tree and 350. Fortunately I have a Muncie transmission with a low first gear so it isn't too bad, and the gas mileage is good. I would think your combo would be OK. I definitely would drive it for a while and see how it works for you.

03-28-2011, 09:05 AM	#14
Russell Ashley Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lawrenceville, Ga Posts: 2,640	Re: 2.73 Rear end for a 57' Chevy Truck?? I have a 2:73 in my truck with a three-on-the-tree and 350. Fortunately I have a Muncie transmission with a low first gear so it isn't too bad, and the gas mileage is good. I would think your combo would be OK. I definitely would drive it for a while and see how it works for you.