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Re: [oletrucks] the need for speed

To: thebttmline@yahoo.com, oletrucks@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [oletrucks] the need for speed
From: MKlepp4335@cs.com
Date: Tue, 9 May 2000 20:59:34 EDT
In a message dated 5/9/00 12:29:46 PM Central Daylight Time, 
thebttmline@yahoo.com writes:

<< give me some of the pros and cons of a new rear end vs. overdrive  >>

I have a Borg Warner 3 speed OD behind my 235 with a 3.90 positrac six lug 
truck rear.  It gives the best of both worlds, good torque when taking off 
and high speed on the highway.  You should also consider upgrading the brakes 
and rebuild the suspension to match the new speed potential.  Going fast and 
not being able to stop in time is not a good thing.  Remember, these trucks 
are 50 years old and everything is well worn.

Mike Klepp
'48 3100
Wichita Falls, TX
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