Topic: Another new guy with a some questions

[primus1121]

Hey guys hows it going? I have a bone stock 2000 mustang gt (automatic). I'm finally looking into doing some work on my car to make it a little faster. I talked to a buddy of mine and he recommened a set of 3.73 gears. Can anyone tell me the difference between the different kinds (i.e. 3.73, 3.55, 4.10)

[rmodel65]

if you have an automatic then you want the 4.10

the rule of thumb for stangs normally are 3.73 (5spd and the 4.10's for autos

[Soaring]

The difference between all the gears, is that the higher the number, the more cogs the gear will have.  In other words, a 4.10 will have more cogs than a 3.73.  The more cogs you have, the faster your rear end will spin, making your rear tires spin faster.  But, you reach a point of no return at high speeds.  Higher gear ratios are for stop light to stop light or drag  racing.  Gear ratios that are like 2.80:1 are for highway speeds and cruising.  The lower the ratio, the better the gas mileage on the freeway because the engine RPM is lower. 

[primus1121]

alright thanks a lot. So would 3.73 gears give me good accerleration and still have control and decent gas mileage?

[Konrad]

Just a thought... does anyone know if it's possible to get a 2-speed rear end for a mustang? It sure would be nice to have the best of both worlds...


-Konrad

[primus1121]

Alright thanks Rmodel. I'll look into those 4.10's and see how it turns out