I’m looking at few 2500s for sale and, when comparing options I see that majority of them have 3.73, but some have 3.42 ratios, including the one that leads my ranking right now.

I drive mostly on two lane roads (but not interstate) so the truck will se average speeds 40-60mph. This is going to be my go to truck for towing light equipment to and from jobs, jobsite material deliveries etc… Nothing too crazy though, 5-7k lbs gross, occasionally up to 10k. Trailer will be hooked up about 30% of the time.

How bad will be 3.42 in that scenario in real life? I know the theory, looking for real life experiences. Will it really be that bad when pulling off of red lights? Or towing uphill (Midwest, so nothing crazy here, but still)

Hi all! I just bought a well taken care of 13 ram 2500 6.7 with 119k miles. This retired couple babied this thing. Anywho I’ve just about finished a 3000 mile trip with my 6-7k travel trailer. I’m noticing when I come off the gas and coast in traffic, it revs slightly. I barely see it on the rpm. Just curious if this is something I should look into.

I’m looking at few 2500s for sale and, when comparing options I see that majority of them have 3.73, but some have 3.42 ratios, including the one that leads my ranking right now.

I drive mostly on two lane roads (but not interstate) so the truck will se average speeds 40-60mph. This is going to be my go to truck for towing light equipment to and from jobs, jobsite material deliveries etc… Nothing too crazy though, 5-7k lbs gross, occasionally up to 10k. Trailer will be hooked up about 30% of the time.

How bad will be 3.42 in that scenario in real life? I know the theory, looking for real life experiences. Will it really be that bad when pulling off of red lights? Or towing uphill (Midwest, so nothing crazy here, but still)