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Old 08-31-2006, 05:03 PM
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this summer i replaced my 2.73's with 3.73's. just right for my style of driving -- gas milage actually got getter too, i was surprised by that.
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Old 08-31-2006, 05:06 PM
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how much faster did it make your ET?
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Old 08-31-2006, 05:07 PM
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Are you sure your gas mileage got better? Or is your speedometer and odometer off now because of the gear change?
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Old 08-31-2006, 05:07 PM
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Hey, do u have an auto or manual? how much of a difference did u notice when u put them in? Im thinkin of getting 4.10's for my car when i get the money, and im just curious about how noticable of a difference they make.
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Old 08-31-2006, 05:09 PM
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and how much was the install and everything?
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Old 08-31-2006, 05:11 PM
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how much "getter" did it get?
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Old 08-31-2006, 05:23 PM
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Hey, do u have an auto or manual? how much of a difference did u notice when u put them in? Im thinkin of getting 4.10's for my car when i get the money, and im just curious about how noticable of a difference they make.
I noticed a difference when I went from 3.27 to 3.73 in my auto. So you'll notice a HUGE difference going from 2.73 to 3.73 or 4.10s.

As far as an install price... most places seem to charge $200 - $300.
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Old 08-31-2006, 05:29 PM
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For a street car, Auto 3.73's ,5 Speed 3.55's
For a track car, Auto 4.10's, 5 Speed 3.90's

It will make a very noticeable difference if your car has 2.73 gears, Door Code M, and as for installation, it is moderate with the right tools, such as bearing press, dial indicator guage, calipers, torques qrenches, and repair manual with all the torque and assembly specs in it.

Best mod for the money and most noticeable at the pedal. Don't forget the $10 speedo gear, it'll keep your miles accurate and wallet full.
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For a street car, Auto 3.73's ,5 Speed 3.55's
For a track car, Auto 4.10's, 5 Speed 3.90's
Why 4.10s with an auto for a track car? There's nothing wrong with 4.10s in a street car.
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how much "getter" did it get?
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Btw, how in the world does your gas mileage get better by installing lower gears?
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