Re: Auto vs 5 Sp perfectly clear

From: Bernd D. Ratsch (bernd@texas.net)
Date: Mon May 17 1999 - 15:26:22 EDT


I totally agree. but how the heck would you adapt a "Built" TH700-R4 to a
Dodge?!? ;)

At 02:48 PM 05/17/1999 -0700, you wrote:
>Hey DML'ers,
> The ratio's for the trans's in question are:
>
> Manual 42/44RE Auto 46RE Auto
> ------ ------------ --------
>1st 3.83:1 2.74:1 2.45:1
>
>2nd 2.33:1 1.54:1 1.45:1
>
>3rd 1.44:1 1.00:1 1.00:1
>
>4th 1.00:1
>
>OD .79:1 .69:1 .69:1
>
> I have an automatic and am very satisfied with it..However as far as
>racing goes, considering all things equal, (same HP, rear ratios, etc.)
>the Five speed has the advantage because the gear ratio's are closer.
>This keeps the rpm's up in the max HP making range...Get a true B&M
>hydro 4 sp. auto and things are going to shake out differently...
> My observations, Ted O.



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