Need help diagnosing a clutch/tranny problem

RodKnock · #1 (**permalink**) 10-25-2012, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by dcdoug

He did ask one question that I'd like opinions on - should I change from a 3:31 rear to a 3.54 rear. I have the TKO600 with the .82 overdrive. He said they install the 3.54 10:1 over the 3.31. Thoughts?

Doug, I have the 482ci/TKO600/0.82 5th/3.42 combo, but the Kirkhams now install the 3.54 in the rear of their newer cars. If I had the choice now, then I would definitely go to the 3.54's. Definitely. 5th gear is a lug unless I'm exceeding the speed limit by a whole bunch.

ERA Chas · #2 (**permalink**) 10-25-2012, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by RodKnock

..... unless I'm exceeding the speed limit by a whole bunch.

IN THE GARAGE???

RodKnock · #3 (**permalink**) 10-26-2012, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by ERA Chas

IN THE GARAGE???

From when I last remember driving it, which was back in 2011.....or was it 2010.

4pipes · #4 (**permalink**) 10-25-2012, 05:53 PM

Rod, we probably have the same setup. I love cruising around 73mph at 1900 rpm in 5th and being able to have a conversation.

kevins2 · #5 (**permalink**) 10-25-2012, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 4pipes

I love cruising around 73mph at 1900 rpm in 5th and being able to have a conversation.

Sounds right - isn't that what 5th gear is for? ERA described the combination I have coming - a TKO600 w/.82 5th and 3:31 rear as "best of both worlds". This is probably another one of the many topics that will have a variety of opinions.