Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) 96' truck questions??

[Lonestar]

Okay, I have a few questions.

I have found out that my new truck has a HX35, but I am now curious as to what size of housing it has.

Did the HX35 come standard on the 96' or has this one been changed?



The truck has 4. 10's, and I don't need them at all. Is there anyone who has changed to 3. 54's or would it be better to run a Gear Vendors or US Gear Overdrive?



I absolutely love this truck. The 12valve is so nice to drive!!



Thanks for the tips.



KEEP ON TRUCKIN'

Lonestar Oo.

 

[nfox]

Turbo

That truck would come stock with an HX35-12cm wastegated exhaust housing. Oo.

 

[TrqMonster]

I bought my 96 last year and the guy had already had the gears changed to 3. 55 or 3. 54 or something from the 4. 10. I enjoy driving my truck a lot and many people say that the 4. 10's really hold your truck back. I have never drove my truck with 4. 10's but can tell you the way it is setup now is great. Someone else will have to help you with the brands though as I dont know.

 

[Forrest]

Lonestar ... is it a 5 speed?

 

[Lonestar]

Yes the truck is a 5speed. I thought I had that in my sig, but I don't. The truck is a 5speed with 4. 10's. 96' 3500 4X4 ex. cab with 77000miles. Thanks again!



KEEP ON TRUCKIN'

Lonestar

 

[Forrest]

sweeeeeeet ... 215hp pump, dana 80 rear. Oo. Lots of fuel potential in that pump.

 

[BPINE]

I have the same truck, the 4:10's work great if you tow heavy. I also have the US Gear overdrive which is like having the best of both worlds.