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Old Feb 23, 2001 | 01:12 PM
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I am swapping a 305 for a 383 with the 700R tranny. Will get a shift kit for the tranny and stall converter. What size converter should i get and what gear ratio should i use in my rear end for a everyday driver(summer only)???
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Old Feb 23, 2001 | 01:16 PM
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Converter will really depend on your peak torque, i'm guessing maybe 2800-3000. And I think 3.23 would be good for a everyday driver.
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Old Feb 23, 2001 | 02:17 PM
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3.42 would be better, it seems to be best all around
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