In a message dated 1/11/02 7:03:50 PM Pacific Standard Time, shaws@mlcltd.com
writes:
> >
> >Not necessarily - it can be done without altering the MGA frame if you make
> >up an adaptor.
>
> I respectfully disagree. Installing the LH overdrive does not work
> with the original frame.
Sorry I wasn't clear - I was talkingt about the early non-synch trans and OD.
> >
> >And a 1 1/8" extension on the stock driveshaft for the B OD trans is
> needed.
>
> Again, with all due respect, I disagree. You will be able to hook up
> with that length, but you run the risk of running out of travel in
> full extension situations
>
See above.
> >
> >What you might want to do is go the other way! Fit a 4.55 diff and have
> >enhanced acceleration, still with a more relaxed top end than you had with
> >the old MGA diff.
>
Again I strongly disagree. With that combination the first gear is
> almost unusable,
So? It ain't all that useful with the 4.3.
Additionally, it becomes extremely easy to
> break loose the rear tires. This is quite easy with a healthy 1800
> and a 3.90 rear end. With the 3.9 you get a very usable 1st gear,
> sprightly performance through the gears, increased top speed, very
>
Yes, you wouldn't want to break those tires loose.......
With your recommendation, you have a car with less performance than a stock
MGA. With all due respect, that is NOT a direction in which I am interested
in heading!
Bill
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