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Old 04-09-2011 | 11:55 AM
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Using a 28" tire. What if I used a 3.07 gear and went through the traps in 2nd gear? It works out about the same as using 4.56 gears and going through in 3rd. Just trying to see if I can keep my streetcar daily driver friendly.
Old 04-09-2011 | 08:21 PM
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less wear and tear,lower rpms = longer life.the taller slick will grow and help with top end gear ratio.you probably will use 3rd gear.
Old 04-10-2011 | 05:33 PM
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You won't be setting down any full potential times as you won't be taking full advantage of your set up.

You could do that if you wanted
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I would think its going to be a lot harder on the clutch
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Originally Posted by 89 formula350
I would think its going to be a lot harder on the clutch
What clutch?
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I'm still planning on doing this. Any more input?




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