So what do you think 323 gears would do for my 1992 RS 305? I don't think it would be too much on the motor. I found one for $250, would you think it's a worth while investment?

 

Probably, but check the following link for some things to consider

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/tran...-10-bolts.html

JamesC

 

i have 3:23 and it gives me more top end speed, and im not gonna lie, my 92 bird has pretty good acceleration off the line too.

 

My only real reservations are weather or not I'll have to modify the drive shaft and how to get my speedometer right.

 

You replace the plastic speedo gears in the tailshaft of the transmission for the speedo correction (available from 700R4.com), and there's no modding necessary to the driveshaft to change rear end gears - but it's not something you can do at home - you have to pay a shop to properly shim the new rear gears on install - takes precise micrometers and special tools.

 

THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH! my speedo is off, i can drive like it is, but THANKS FOR THIS GREAAAT TIP!

 

Well the whole rear end is being sold as a complete unit, I'm not just changing the gears in the pumpkin. is that still a job for a shop?

 

Swapping the rear is something a DIYer can do with a few basic hand tools, though air tools are a benefit.

JamesC

 

That's what I thought I assume the most difficult part will be connecting it to the drive shaft, I always get nervous before undertaking a project I've never done before.

 

Everything about swapping a complete rear end is very easy.And I think you will be happy with the 3.23s.

 

I hope so. I'm doing a 350 swap down the road but those gears should still do the job.

 

my only question for the experts is, if i put a manual in my car with my 3:23 gears is there anything different i should expect? is it a good combo with the gears and manual transmission? Thanks

 

I did this swap 2 years ago very happy since.go for it.

 

Been running 3.23's with a 350HO Deluxe for several years. Good all-around city/highway gears, IMO.

JamesC