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03-06-2005, 07:20 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2003
City: auburn/seattle
State: Washington
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hey guys i got a 95 v6 and im lookin at puttin 3.73's in it along with t-lok, only problem is, i drive across state (washington) every once and a while to see my gf in college, so i was wondering if anyone could tell me how much im gonna loose in gas milage and what not driving 60+ mph for 4-5 hours, is it worth it?? any advice would help thanks |
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03-06-2005, 09:37 AM
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Lemming
Join Date: Apr 2004
City: Silver City
State: New Mexico
Posts: 146
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It is worth it. I did the same thing. I haven't checked my mileage but it seems very close to the same. There is a benefit of being able to pass virtually anyone, virtually anywhere without downshifting out of OD too. lol
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03-06-2005, 09:51 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2004
State: California
Posts: 9,197
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you will lose 1-2 miles per gallon.
*someone move this to drivetrain* |
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03-06-2005, 12:55 PM
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Taking life one day at a time
Join Date: May 2003
City: Simpsonville
State: South Carolina
Posts: 10,970
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In the city under normal driving you wont lose a thing. On the interstate I lost about 1 MPG when kept below 75 mph at 80-85 I lose about 2 mpg.
The rule of thumb keep the engine RPMs below 3000 and your mileage will be much better.
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03-06-2005, 02:24 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2003
City: auburn/seattle
State: Washington
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what i was thinkin is, driving up hills i might not have to downshift to 4th, is this true, if so that would help right, ur guys's posts put a big smile on my face i might have to order my stuff this week |
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03-06-2005, 06:08 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2004
Posts: 139
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It will accelerate much quicker and it will launch much better also.
You won't regret it. I am planning on installing an Auburn unit soon with
gears also.
Matt  
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03-06-2005, 07:25 PM
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God
Join Date: Jun 2003
City: DFW, TX
Posts: 3,189
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It's fine. I had 4.10s and drove across texas every once and a while and was fine. don't worry. don't fear the gear.
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03-06-2005, 07:46 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2004
Posts: 139
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Make sure the gears are installed properly otherwise you can run into problem done the road.
Matt
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Kenny Brown 580 lb/in H&R Sports 250 lb/in, Kenny Brown strut tower brace k-member brace, GRC Performance full length subs, Koni race valved struts and shocks, GT front and rear sway bars, Maximum Motorsports rear control arms aluminuum rack bushings, Energy urethane sway bar, lower control arms, spring isolators and spherical bushings. and many others.....
Unicorn= The Untouchable Horse
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03-19-2005, 01:13 PM
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WTF^^...
Join Date: May 2003
City: Hoover / Florence
State: Alabama
Posts: 27,324
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I get 22mpg in the city with my gears, runs fine goign 65, rpms get kind of up there at 75-80 but its not very bad. Its WELL worth it. If you have an auto go 4.10s you will thank me later.
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MGW Shifter, Stingers, JLT, SS Inserts, MM FLSFC & CC Plates, SS Lines, H&R Race springs, IRS Brace, MRT Hood Struts
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03-19-2005, 01:20 PM
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WTF^^...
Join Date: May 2003
City: Hoover / Florence
State: Alabama
Posts: 27,324
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since you have a pre 99 the best way to go is buy a complete minus axles 94-98 8.8 rear end with pre installed 3.73s and tlok ( I know i said 4.10 for auto... but its a great deal ) They run 7.25~ or so plus shipping... and they wont break like a 7.5in rear.
7.5:
200 gears
200 tlok
200 install
if it breakes or whines (it can with bad install) then you will spend more money.... and be very ticked off
8.8:
725.00
reuse your stock axles
be done with it, sell teh stocker for 100-200 bucks.
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2003 REDFIRE COBRA #3938 of 5082 @ 05/27/2003 1 of 414
MGW Shifter, Stingers, JLT, SS Inserts, MM FLSFC & CC Plates, SS Lines, H&R Race springs, IRS Brace, MRT Hood Struts
ME.com Member #29 - 400rwhp/380rwtq
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03-22-2005, 11:55 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2004
Posts: 113
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8.8 for 725??? Well, where can you get it for that price???? if thats the case that would be great..loweest price I could find in my area is 850 for the gears, t-lok, and all the parts!
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03-22-2005, 11:57 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2004
State: California
Posts: 9,197
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speedconcepts.net but that would be for a pre 99mustang |
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03-23-2005, 11:41 AM
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WTF^^...
Join Date: May 2003
City: Hoover / Florence
State: Alabama
Posts: 27,324
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2003 REDFIRE COBRA #3938 of 5082 @ 05/27/2003 1 of 414
MGW Shifter, Stingers, JLT, SS Inserts, MM FLSFC & CC Plates, SS Lines, H&R Race springs, IRS Brace, MRT Hood Struts
ME.com Member #29 - 400rwhp/380rwtq
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