Yes, good point on the gears and which engine you have.
I drove my 1 ton with 4.56 gears and a 55 model 235 a lot. I felt it was geared just right for around town and practical use hauling firewood and whatever else you can pile in a 9' bed.
Though for longer trips I am pretty sure 4.11 would have been great, and I may have gotten by with 3.73 and my limited power.
But back at home and normal use I think 3.73 would have been to much gear for the little 235.
All that to say 4.11 or 4.10 is probably about perfect for these old trucks without changing much else.
Grigg
