I should add if you've increased the HP at the expense of low- and
mid-range torque the taller rearend may not be as desirable. The racers
on the List can probably address this issue.
Bob
Bob Spidell wrote:
> Eric,
>
> I have a 3.5 rearend in my BJ8, which has a stock engine and 22% O/D.
> Starting from stopped requires a little more finessing of the clutch
> to prevent judder, first and second gears are more usable for the most
> part and hill climbs are a wash (hills I used to lug a little in third
> I now take in second with more revs and more torque on tap).
>
> Overall, the 3.5 is an improvement in drivability, esp. on the highway
> but perhaps not on a short track (I wouldn't mind a 28% O/D, either).
> I think a stronger engine like yours would be even better.
>
> Bob
>
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