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Old Oct 9, 2007 | 12:56 PM
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1. what is the difference between the 4.10 and the 3.73s
2. what is gained by switchout my stock gears
3. and last (newb question) whats TLOK
Old Oct 9, 2007 | 01:30 PM
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1. what is the difference between the 4.10 and the 3.73s
2. what is gained by switchout my stock gears
3. and last (newb question) whats TLOK
1. 10%
2. better accelleration (assuming you`re going numerically "higher"
3. limited slip differential
Old Oct 9, 2007 | 03:14 PM
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1. 9.92% difference in spin rate means that at a given rpm of the motor you will go ~10% slower (or need 10% more rpm to go the same speed).
2.The gearing difference also means that you put 10% more torque at the ground at any given speed. Your horsepower will not be affected much, if at all (often goes down a couple at the wheels) because the rate at which the torque increases with time does not really change. In layman's terms, you will feel a MUCH harder pull when WOT, that many describe as "fake 50 horsepower" because it will improve acceleration and track times in a similar manner.
3. TLOK is the Ford-specific name for a limited slip differential. It is designed to put equal power to each wheel under heavy loads by locking in the rear axle.
Old Oct 9, 2007 | 04:54 PM
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thanks guys what would you suggest for a v6 pony?
Old Oct 9, 2007 | 05:26 PM
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auto or stick?
Old Oct 9, 2007 | 05:54 PM
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sticky icky
Old Oct 9, 2007 | 06:36 PM
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i suggest buying my friend'spowertrain over in the classified section. 8,750 miles 4.6L fully dressed, all wiring, tranny, computer, etc... for $3,000.
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