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10-01-2001, 09:24 AM | #1 |
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3.73's effect on top end?
I live in Germany (army) and frequently drive my '93 AOD(mostly stock) around the 110 mph range. I want to increase my 60' times, but I don't want to lose any high end speed and stability (not to mention gas mileage-$2/gal.) How much effect would 3.73's have on top end speed to rpm ratio.
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10-01-2001, 11:02 AM | #2 |
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For gas, you will notice a diff going from your 2.73's or 3.27's? (whichever) to 3.73's. I noticed about a 2 to 3 mpg drop, about 30/40 miles less per tank (15 gal tank x 2.5 mpg).
for speed, I cut this post from MYTKWIK on another site... qoute " 3.73s at 6000rpm with 26in tire = ~124 mph 4.10s at 6000rpm with 26in tire = ~113 mph Here is the formula if you want to do you own calcs. (rpm * tire diameter)/(axle ratio * trans ratio * 336) AODE Gear Ratios: 1st: 2.40 2nd: 1.47 3rd: 1.00 4th (OD): 0.67 Reverse: 2.00 end quote" |
10-01-2001, 11:35 AM | #3 |
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If you 'frequently' cruise at 110 mph you do not want a 3.73 ratio rear.
You're going to noticably raise the the RPM's at that speed and shorten engine life. You have to decide if you prefer top-end speed or low-end acceleration or else give up some of both. That's why most Mercedes-Benz and BMW's sold in Europe have very high top-end speeds but so-so quarter-mile times, despite sophisticated, high horsepower engines. I suggest a shift kit for your AOD to help it on the low end. Stick with the stock gears. |
10-01-2001, 01:23 PM | #4 |
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I wouldn't suggest going over a 3.55 rear if you're cruisin' on the autobahn!
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10-01-2001, 03:47 PM | #5 |
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Mustank, i have a set of 3.08's if you are interested. top speed in my stock Mustang was 143. maybe you want to go that route. PM me if you are interested.
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10-02-2001, 06:17 AM | #6 |
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Thanks everyone. I'm not going to be driving on the autobahns forever, so I guess I'll keep the stock gears for now and switch them out when I come home.
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