In my 300cd with four speed and 307 rear, the gearing is fine. We don't try for drag strip starts though.

In my 83 240/300d non turbo, it feels kindof tall but still workable, definately no drag starts with it.

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.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.