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BradP

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Posted: 04/09/12 07:55pm

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Currently have a Ram 09 2500 4x4 6.7 diesel quadcab with a 3.73 rear end.
Need advice on installing either a banks system or a stronger rear axel ratio--4.10.
Both will be close to the same cost I imagine.

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Posted: 04/09/12 08:20pm

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Why?
The Dodge Cummins comes factory equipped with a exhaust brake, a great 6 speed automatic which has tow/haul and manual gear hold features. What more do you think you want??

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Posted: 04/10/12 10:39am

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It is a slippery slope! Bigger exhaust, chip or Smarty, then you need a bigger turbo. Factory exhaust systems handle the OEM power without restricting it. If you want to do anything look into the Smarty! Chris

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Posted: 04/09/12 08:59pm

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Banks exhaust will only lighten you pocket book. With that tranny, unless you are towing really heavy, the axle ratio will not have that big of a change. What problem are trying to address? With a 2500 you should not be towing heavy or you will be sinking the rear out of sight. Chris

* This post was edited 04/09/12 09:31pm by Chris *

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Posted: 04/09/12 09:06pm

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Are you taking it to the drag strip, climbing a 20% grade, or trying to get 20 mpg (all while towing)?

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Posted: 04/09/12 09:14pm

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Those two things aren't related. If your thinking a bigger (louder) exhaust is going to give you any performance gain, it won't. In a turbo diesel you have to add fuel to get more power. Simply opening up the exhaust will not give you a perceptible gain.

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Posted: 04/11/12 07:32pm

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Thanks for the replies guys.
Plan on towing an Open Range 35' loaded ~ 13k, which is within the limits of my drivers handbook.
I am just looking to improve towing, minimize or eliminate any overheating problems. My also put firestone suspension support on the rear axle.
Nope no drag strip for me, I hope the hills are much less then 20% and I could care less about loud exhaust.