Diff Gears

[shelbynut]

Hey all,

Since I rarely get the opportunity to go 160+ mile per hour, I am thinking about sacrificing some of that top end for some seat of the pants pull. After driving my Viper for the past 2 months, still amazed at how looooog the gears are..man, the thing will do well over 100mph in 3rd gear! It comes out of the hole pretty good, but I would like it if it launched a little harder.

Thinking about change the rear end gearing to something around 3.55...anyone have a set they are willing to part with? Anyone have any feedback on the overall performance "feel" with the gear change?

As always, input is appreciated!

Jay

 

[GotAViper]

I have 3.55 gears and it drives great. Although i purchased it with these gears so i cant compare.

You top out i think a little below 100mph in third.

 

[opnwide]

I've got some 3.55s, but they're for a genII rear end. If you can find a spare, let me know.

 

[99 R/T 10]

I have a Unitrax 3.55 rear end with a speedo calibration box. If interested, PM me. Looking for $1000 for both.

 

[KenH]

For what you are looking for, 3:55 gears are a good choice. Some GenI owners go as low as 3:73

 

[GotAViper]

I have 3.55 gears and it drives great. Although i purchased it with these gears so i cant compare.

You top out i think a little below 100mph in third.

actually i just floored it on the way home. 3rd gear tops out at like 85-90 mph with 3.55 gears.

 

[BLWNV10]

3:55 Dana gears with all bearings, straps, and shims. Everything needed for a complete rebuild. $499.95
Speedo calibration $129.95
Will take care of the rebuild for an additional $450.00.
All Brand New
Alan

 

[obaa996]

What's so different about a Viper's D44 vs. any other rear end that causes the gear changes to cost so much? I know that it's a "Super" Dana 44 vs. a regular Dana 44, but still. I had the D44 in my Jeep regeared for ~$500; $250 for the parts (Dana/Spicer), and $250 for labor. The shop that did the work is a very reputable 4x4 shop; they do a large number of regearing jobs. Why isn't the Viper stuff in this range?

 

[mntngts99]

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I have 3.55 gears and it drives great. Although i purchased it with these gears so i cant compare.

You top out i think a little below 100mph in third.


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actually i just floored it on the way home. 3rd gear tops out at like 85-90 mph with 3.55 gears.

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I have 3.55 and can do 100 mph in the 1/8 and have not hit 4th