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Hi all. So, the shed build is well under way, the body has been sourced, a late Actros muffler is now 'in stock', and I'm all but ready to start my build. I want to go through my truck before I do though. I have a Mercedes 1222A which has a straight 6 speed gearbox which stands alone and has a prop shaft which connects to the transfer box. It's one of the later ones so comes with the slightly larger OM441 V6 engine. In it's current state (even with the larger 22.5" tyres it has a top speed of 95 kmh (engine RPM at 2000rpm just short of the red zone...). My question is... How do I gear it up? Gearbox or transfer box? I dont think playing with axle ratios is an option as the front axle is a different design to the rear.. That said, I can get hold of a Hub Reduction front axle if this is an option. Anyone ever had anything to do with gearing up Mk's and SK's? Thanks in advance.