7/8/05

Mike, How would a racer know if and when a lower trans gearset would benefit his combo, minus a glide, 2850lbs 1.76, 4.88rear, 1/8 mile only? Thanks, Mark Reed Cullman, AL

Mark,

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There are many factors that would go into a combination to contribute to the possible need for more gear. Most importantly is working engine RPM, the area we are talking about is that area between peak torque and peak horsepower, this is where the engine wants to run. We usually want to launch around peak torque as far as stall speed goes, shift at peak horse power. If the car struggles on acceleration it may need more gear either trans or differential. But something to remember is that the transmission and converter only transmits the horsepower that is put to them they can't make power. So optimum gear ratios vary as much as engine and car combinations.

If we had more information about your particular combination we could give you some better information on what you need. Give me a call at the shop with information on your combination.

Mike

Mike’s Transmission
Lancaster CA
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