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Old 06-24-2011, 01:50 PM
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whats the 5 gear ratio??
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Old 06-24-2011, 01:51 PM
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Old 06-24-2011, 01:53 PM
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T5
3.35:1
1.99:1
1.34:1
1:1
.68:1

TR-3550
3.27:1
1.98:1
1.34:1
1:1
0.68:1
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Old 06-24-2011, 02:48 PM
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would i want to go with a 2.95 first gear
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Old 06-24-2011, 11:00 PM
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i dont know... do you?
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Old 06-26-2011, 10:44 PM
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LOL idk what is the real point on it?? All the upgraded t5 have it. Can someone please explain why. Does it make you faster?
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Old 06-27-2011, 02:32 AM
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the lower number first gear allows you to get to a higher speed per RPM, however it slows your acceleration in that particular gear
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Old 06-27-2011, 06:10 AM
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w/3.73s yes you'd like to have the lower 1st gear ratio. It'll help you go farther before shifting into second. Only down side is when going WOT from a standstill. That is assuming you are able to get traction in the 0-20mph range.
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Old 06-27-2011, 08:53 AM
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so if i wen to the track would this improve 60ft times or make it worse??
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Old 06-27-2011, 09:00 AM
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depends... However I wouldnt go 2.95 with 3.73's. If I step up to 4.30's, I might consider it!
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