In a message dated 1/12/00 11:38:15 AM Pacific Standard Time,
CFritz7001@aol.com writes:
<< 3. I'm seriously considering fitting a lower-ratio rear axle to get more
relaxed cruising. Betsy's engine has been brought up to MK2 TD or TF
specs.,
and has an over-bore of 40thou., and she's running 4.50x19" wheels. What
ratio would be the best compromise? >>
Carl, I'm like you, scared of gearboxes but the boys tell me they are a piece
of cake, you just have to dive in. I'll comment on No. 3: If I were you, I
would wait until I got Betsy home before changing your diff ratio. While in
England try your best to stay off the Motorways and on the A and B roads,
there you will find the original set up just perfect and the scenery is
better too. While you are in England, you might consider buzzing by Roger
Furneaux's and picking up a new ring and pinion gear set. Roger has had them
remade in I think 4.6/1. I run a 4.55/1 Morris diff in my TA and find it
works very well out here on the freeways. Rogers ratio is a good compromise
and the Morris diffs are getting very hard to find.
Good Luck
Terry
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