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i want to know all about ratios.
like ppl say 3.31s in an axle or something idk what that means?

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1980 chevy luv 4x4

The ratio number is the number of driveshaft turns for 1 revolution of the rear wheels.

So on an axle with 3.31 gears, the driveshaft will turn 3.31 revolutions per 1 revolution of the rear wheels.

Also note that when people talk about "lower" gears, they are referring to a numerically higher ratio. When they talk about "higher" gears they are referring to a numerically lower ratio.

To some, this seems backwards and is often the source of confusion.

thank explains it all! thanks man

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1980 chevy luv 4x4

wait so what kind of ratio would be good for more power or for a little offroadin and still a daily driver?

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1980 chevy luv 4x4

Your '80 LUV has 4.10 gears, the only gearing upgrade is 4.56 gears from '84-'87 Troopers (except the '87 turbo diesel). The rear third is an easy swap, the front is a major operation.
Do a search for engine power upgrade options.

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'78 Chevy LUV,1.9,4sp,headers,31's,SAS Dana 30,Dana 20,SOA rear w/Aussie Locker, rough body, bought new 12/4/78.
'87 Trooper,2.3,5sp,headers,31's,ball joint flip & spacer,Aussie Locker rear,Superwinch hubs,brush guard w/5.5K winch,more to come.

alrighty

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1980 chevy luv 4x4