As was mentioned, you will want to start from your torque peak or right around there. For your car, probably at 3500 RPM or slightly below would be good. Pick the gear to get you at that RPM and go from there.
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'66 Coupe, 306, 350-375 HP, C-4, 13.07 e.t., 104.8 mph, 1/4 mi.
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'66 coupe
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