There are four ways to find a ratio.
1 A dealer can normally tell from the vin number.
2 There are normally tags or labels on the axle that have part number, gear ratio, and fluid requirement
info.
3 You can count how many times you have to turn the driveshaft to get one complete turn of the tires.
4 You can divide the number of teeth on the ring gear and divide by number of teeth on the pinion.
Yes
Most were 3.55:1
The most likely ratio is 3.55-1.
If the front is 3.55, then the rear needs to be 3.55
3.55 or 4.10 : 1
The gear ratio of a Dodge Ram 1500 can vary depending on the model year and specific configuration, including the engine and rear axle options. Common gear ratios for the Ram 1500 typically range from 3.21 to 3.92, with some performance-oriented models offering ratios like 4.10. To determine the exact gear ratio for a specific vehicle, it's best to consult the owner's manual or the manufacturer's specifications.
What is the gear ratio on a 1996 2wd suburban 1500?
Could be 3.21, 3.55, 3.92 to 1. Those are the options for a 1996.
Could be 3.55, or 4.10:1
Could be 3.21, 3.55, or 3.92:1
There isn't a position that tells the gear ratio. The dealer can enter the VIN in their computer system and pull up the build codes to see what ratio it was built with.
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