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Old Mar 21, 2002 | 09:50 AM
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Default Your gear of choice?

Right now I have 3:73's in my 99 T/A A4 with the YANK 3000.
Would it hurt or help if I change to 3:42's???
Also, I am installing an ST3500 very soon

Thanks Guys
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Old Mar 21, 2002 | 02:33 PM
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Default Re: Your gear of choice?

I would keep the 3.73's, especially since your going with a ST3500. the ST3500 and the Vig 3200 mate very nicely with 3.73's.
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Old Mar 21, 2002 | 06:02 PM
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Default Re: Your gear of choice?

I went from 3.73's with my ST3500 in the 10 bolt to 3.42's with the ST3500 and a 12 bolt. There was absolutely no differnce in ET. In fact MPH improved.

Gas mileage also improved (perish the thought) and it's a more pleasant ride on the highway.

I'd recommend 3.42's for an auto... 3.73's are too low in my opinion.
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Old Mar 25, 2002 | 10:39 AM
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Default Re: Your gear of choice?

I am getting 3.42's with my 12 bolt. Better traction. Better highway driving. Less wear on the engine. Saves gas. And is N20 freindly <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="gr_stretch.gif" /> .
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