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Old Jul 23, 2009 | 11:06 AM
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underdrive pulleys

what are the pros and cons of underdrive pulleys.
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Old Jul 23, 2009 | 11:56 AM
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From: Miramichi, NB
Car: 86 Monte Carlo
Engine: Blown 489
Transmission: TH400
Axle/Gears: 9" 370s
Re: underdrive pulleys

ran underrdrive pulleys there were no cons. i mean it dropped your charge so you would have to rev up to charge the car. pros are it recudes drag on the motor, look nice polished aluminum, smaller and lighter, which is why it frees up more power.
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Old Jul 23, 2009 | 12:32 PM
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Car: 1989 Firebird Formula
Engine: 383 Stealth Ram
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.73 9 bolt Posi
Re: underdrive pulleys

Do a search. Underdrive pullies have been discussed many, many times.
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Old Jul 23, 2009 | 12:49 PM
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Car: 91' Firebird
Engine: 3.1 LH0 V6
Transmission: Auto 700R4
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No cons yet that I can see. My battery charges good at idle if I only have the radio on, if I start turning on the fan and headlights it drops but charges correctly at 900+ rpm.
The power difference is noticebale, even on my V6. I got mine for $20 plus my stock pulley so thry're not alot. Probably the best bang for buck power.
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