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3.21 vs 3.92: The Last Word

Ramroo

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I went from 3.21 to 3.92 and if not for the trailer it will pull, I’d have stayed with 3.21. This truck is horrible on fuel, no matter what I do I can’t get beyond 12 mpg. Lots of get up and go if I need it, but that’s not very often. If I tromped on the 3.21s it felt a little sluggish, 3.92s are much better that way (in a heavier truck - from the cash I have to carry for fuel 😁).
I went from 3.92 to 3.21, haul and tow a good amount and have not noticed a big difference in acceleration, but definitely better mileage.
 

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I’ve had 2 5th gens. Both non etourque v8’s. The first had 3.21’s, the second 3.92’s. I prefer the 3.92, but understand if you want the mpg advantage. Then again, if you want better mileage, then perhaps NOT a truck is what you need. Word
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I’ve had 2 5th gens. Both non etourque v8’s. The first had 3.21’s, the second 3.92’s. I prefer the 3.92, but understand if you want the mpg advantage. Then again, if you want better mileage, then perhaps NOT a truck is what you need. Word

No, I want the best mileage I can get from this truck. Not looking for or expecting prius mileage, just the best this truck has to offer without compromising the trucks ability past my intended use
 

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I’ve had 2 5th gens. Both non etourque v8’s. The first had 3.21’s, the second 3.92’s. I prefer the 3.92, but understand if you want the mpg advantage. Then again, if you want better mileage, then perhaps NOT a truck is what you need. Word
Thanks so much for your help, ****.
 

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I’ve had 2 5th gens. Both non etourque v8’s. The first had 3.21’s, the second 3.92’s. I prefer the 3.92, but understand if you want the mpg advantage. Then again, if you want better mileage, then perhaps NOT a truck is what you need. Word
On your wish list is a level kit, sounds like you don’t actually use your truck. 😏
 

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