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Originally Posted by Craig
So, that would be the equivalent of about a 3.15 ratio. That might work on level ground, but it seems like you would only gain about 2-4 mpg when in 5th. I can't imagine the average would be more than 1-2 mpg for most people, it hardly seems worth the trouble/expense (until the cost of diesel hits about $10/gallon).
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It might be hard to justify in dollars and cents but the lessened wear and noise would be good too. And the value of the car would be increased as well.
Tom W
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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.
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..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.
02-19-2008, 06:03 PM
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