I have 32-33” tall tires and 4.10 gears and still take off in second more often than not.
The 4.10 is a great swap, but the advantage is on the top end speed, not low end gear choices.

Either the 52 or 72 with the 4.10 is a good donor.

•1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
•1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
•1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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