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2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Ring & Pinion Gears

Final drive ratios fundamentally alter acceleration and towing characteristics through 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Ring & Pinion Gears that change how engine RPM translates to wheel speed. Numerically higher ratios improve off-the-line acceleration and towing capacity at expense of highway fuel economy, while lower ratios benefit cruising efficiency but reduce low-speed pulling power.

 

Professional installation becomes essential since improper gear setup causes premature wear and catastrophic failure-backlash, bearing preload, and gear contact patterns all require precise adjustment during installation. Matching front and rear gear ratios maintains proper four-wheel-drive operation, preventing binding and component damage from speed mismatches between axles.

 

Ram 1500 ring and pinion gears play a crucial role in dialing in acceleration and towing performance, and pairing them with compatible 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Differentials ensures the drivetrain works together seamlessly. For a full view of every supporting component, browsing 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Drivetrain helps you map out a complete upgrade path. To complement the gearing improvements with added engine response, installing 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Cold Air Intakes boosts airflow and enhances overall performance.
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2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Ring & Pinion Gears

Dramatically change the performance of your 2002 to 2008 Ram 1500 by going with these aftermarket gears. They work as direct replacements for your stock gears, if those have worn from heavy use to the point you need to swap them out. Or you can install these gears solely as a way to improve drivetrain performance. You'll notice a big difference in driving your truck once you install these gears, especially when doing trail runs, dealing with inclement weather, and even towing/hauling especially big loads. Another huge advantage of these gears is increased durability, meaning you won't have to change them out anytime in the near future, and instead can worry about other things.

 

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Fitment Includes:

  • 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 Dodge Ram 1500s
  • SLT, ST, Laramie, SXT, TRX4, Sport
  • Engines: 3.7L Magnum V6, 4.7L Magnum V8, 5.7L Hemi V8, 5.9L Magnum V8 Ram Trucks

*Please see product pages for any exceptions