Brian, Of all the changes that one can make, this is not a bad one. This will keep the engine more in the power band and obviously run the engine more efficient. Problem is the cost. Its not woth selling blood for. The monies saved will not out weigh the power gained and fuel saved. ERic
Brian T. wrote: >Alrighty then.. > >I have a good friend of mine that is ga ga over the >thought of putting a German/SA 5-speed in his >wolfsberg. (He is selling plasma as we speak to >afford this) > >What I am soliciting is as many opinions as I can with >regard to the pros / cons of said transmission (this >isn't a diesel granny low 5-speed, this is a nicely >spread arrangement with I believe factory .77 or near >final 5th). > >Sooo please come one come all toss in your two cents >on why Raj should or should not go to all the expense >of a 5-speed > >Thanks! >Brian > >Disclaimer: >No bears or coffee beans were harmed in writing this >post > > > > |
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