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Old 02-20-2005, 09:28 AM
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I also wanted to post the gear ratios of the 722 transmission for the 300SD from a Mercedes transmission manual:

1st 3.68
2nd 2.41
3rd 1.44
4th 1.00

The manual states that the transmissions were designed to handle 400Nm of torque which equates to 295 lb. feet. The manual does not differentiate between gasoline powered cars or the diesel as far as ratios or torque capacity go. The overall final gearing ratios are determined by which rear end the car was equipped with and of course, tire size.

In other news and as verified by GPS, I was able to come within 4mph of the stated top speed of the car before I ran out of room. I am completely positive that I will be able to better the stated top speed at the next test track I go to.

Jim
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