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3.55 vs. 3.73

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Old Jul 16, 2007 | 08:58 PM
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Default RE: 3.55 vs. 3.73

I have 3,73 in a 5-speed but would rather have 4.10's. I doesn't tach too high on the highway either
Old Jul 16, 2007 | 09:49 PM
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i know 3 people right now that put 411 gears in their aod cars
they all say... man i wished i would have went with 456s
5speed 302 street strip cars, 373s is a good gear
id go with 456s

Old Jul 16, 2007 | 10:00 PM
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Default RE: 3.55 vs. 3.73

4.56? might want the worlds stickiest tire for that one.....
Old Jan 14, 2008 | 07:50 AM
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i have 3.55 in my 88 gt with a tko500 tranny(5 speed obviously) its deffinatly enough power but im thinking about going to 3.73s. probly wouldnt be worth it though. im pushing 460 hp and it would make a slight difference im sure but not enough to justify the price(not just in the swap but in gas also)
Old Jan 14, 2008 | 09:22 AM
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Since you are asking about 3.55:1 or 3.73:1, I suggest 3.73:1.

4.10:1 gears are a bit overkill, if you are still running some stock top-end pieces.
Old Jan 14, 2008 | 09:35 AM
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Default RE: 3.55 vs. 3.73

I personally say 4.10's all the way, auto or manual. I went with 3.73's on my 5 speed as many recommended and I wish I would have went 4.10's. Even with 3.73's I find myself rarely using 5th gear around town and it doesn't rev high at all on the highway.
Old Jan 14, 2008 | 09:35 AM
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4.10s or dont even upgrade.
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