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Old Oct 10, 2000 | 08:12 PM
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rear end gears.....

i have 2.73's in my car now. will it gain me that much if i put 3.43's in it? i thought about putting 3.73's in but i like good gas milage.
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Old Oct 10, 2000 | 08:46 PM
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changing gear will make a big differance in how your car feels.

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Old Oct 11, 2000 | 01:04 AM
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Car: 86 LG4 & 92 TBI Firebird
Engine: The Mighty 305!
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.42
Yes! I read an artice from 1987 (was like C&D or Motor Trend, cant remember which off hand) that said the 3.42 was half a second faster 0-60mph then the 2.73 equiped. I suggest adding a posi while your at it.

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