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Nothing wrong with a properly set up engine, rear, and 4 speed combo. Very enjoyable unless you plan to commute regular long distances. Definitely should not be a deal breaker to have a Toploader in a properly built car - especially one with an FE. My SPF had a TKO 600 and shifting 1-4 was really not much different than a dedicated Toploader. I was surprised how much I liked it in that regard. I very rarely found myself using the 5th gear though. Granted, I didn't drive it very much or own it very long. But for the roads around here, 5th gear wasn't necessary.