The Stovebolt Site Forums The Parking Lot Tons 'o Fun anyone change out their 5.17:1 diff gears?

I have a 1941 long bed 1 ton and shared your frustration. I ended up having a new rear end built for $1,800.00. The new rear end has 3.73 gears and larger more modern brakes.

I also added a stock SB350 engine and 700R4 overdrive transmission.

I now get 70 mph at 2,000 rpm. You will not be happy until you make the change.