4.10 or 3.90 gears
11-29-2006, 12:39 PM
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bringing back a thread from the dead...
cna someone explain gearing to me or point me in the right direction...? the lower the number = short better accelleration and worse mpg? and higher = taller slower, better mpg?
cna someone explain gearing to me or point me in the right direction...? the lower the number = short better accelleration and worse mpg? and higher = taller slower, better mpg?
11-29-2006, 02:20 PM
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Higher number = More torque multiplication, faster acceleration, worse fuel mileage, less top speed.
Lower Number = Less torque, slower acceleration, better fuel mileage, higher top speed.
The gear ratio is simply how many times the driveline has to turn for a full rotation of the wheels. However it looks like this thread was about lowering the ratio to take advantage of the engine's powerband and stay in boost longer which could achieve better acceleration by matching the powerband alittle better.
Lower Number = Less torque, slower acceleration, better fuel mileage, higher top speed.
The gear ratio is simply how many times the driveline has to turn for a full rotation of the wheels. However it looks like this thread was about lowering the ratio to take advantage of the engine's powerband and stay in boost longer which could achieve better acceleration by matching the powerband alittle better.
11-29-2006, 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by OontzTonic
Higher number = More torque multiplication, faster acceleration, worse fuel mileage, less top speed.
Lower Number = Less torque, slower acceleration, better fuel mileage, higher top speed.
The gear ratio is simply how many times the driveline has to turn for a full rotation of the wheels. However it looks like this thread was about lowering the ratio to take advantage of the engine's powerband and stay in boost longer which could achieve better acceleration by matching the powerband alittle better.
Lower Number = Less torque, slower acceleration, better fuel mileage, higher top speed.
The gear ratio is simply how many times the driveline has to turn for a full rotation of the wheels. However it looks like this thread was about lowering the ratio to take advantage of the engine's powerband and stay in boost longer which could achieve better acceleration by matching the powerband alittle better.
11-29-2006, 11:03 PM
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I wouldn't worry about dragging a NA RX-8, but the 4.777 final gear from Feed would probably be the best thing for putting more power to the ground in NA form.
11-29-2006, 11:18 PM
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Higher number = More torque multiplication, faster acceleration, worse fuel mileage, less top speed.
Lower Number = Less torque, slower acceleration, better fuel mileage, higher top speed.
Lower Number = Less torque, slower acceleration, better fuel mileage, higher top speed.
11-29-2006, 11:24 PM
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Originally Posted by jzrx8
basically i am looking for something to increase low end power but staying N/A. cant afford a turbo kit yet. Life of a college kid.
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11-29-2006, 11:33 PM
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Yes as in, smaller side wall tires, lighter flywheel and gears(4.77 the best?)? And what else besides that? As you can tell i am new to the RX-8 scene. But i have to say compared to other automotive forums i have been a member on this one is THE BEST by far.
11-29-2006, 11:40 PM
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Originally Posted by jzrx8
Yes as in, smaller side wall tires, lighter flywheel and gears(4.77 the best?)? And what else besides that? As you can tell i am new to the RX-8 scene. But i have to say compared to other automotive forums i have been a member on this one is THE BEST by far.
you need to take the time to read the stickys... it will help a lot...
i would say as a student you cannot afford the gears or the flywheel. unless you are going to put it in yourself...
read the stickys learn then ask...
if you need help finding stuff pm me..
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11-29-2006, 11:49 PM
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I actually work at a Ford dealership, so the install is no prob. plus discount if i go with the mazdaspeed flywheel and counter weight. thanks for the help, like wise if you or anyone else needs a technical info PM me and ill see if i cant get what you need.
Thanks,
Jay
Thanks,
Jay
11-29-2006, 11:56 PM
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if you get the mazdaspeed flywheel you dont need the counter weight.. if you need some tech help pm me..
and before anyone at a ford dealership works on the car ask them what a ppf is. if they dont know do not allow them to work on your clutch or transmission..
good luck..
beers
and before anyone at a ford dealership works on the car ask them what a ppf is. if they dont know do not allow them to work on your clutch or transmission..
good luck..
beers
Originally Posted by jzrx8
I actually work at a Ford dealership, so the install is no prob. plus discount if i go with the mazdaspeed flywheel and counter weight. thanks for the help, like wise if you or anyone else needs a technical info PM me and ill see if i cant get what you need.
Thanks,
Jay
Thanks,
Jay
11-30-2006, 07:47 AM
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Where can i order a 3.9 final drive for the rx8??I ve also send you and Mazmart pms cause I ll soon have a very strong engine in the box so i will sure need a 3.9 final drive..
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01-26-2007, 06:33 PM
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Originally Posted by swoope
if you get the mazdaspeed flywheel you dont need the counter weight.. if you need some tech help pm me..
and before anyone at a ford dealership works on the car ask them what a ppf is. if they dont know do not allow them to work on your clutch or transmission..
good luck..
beers
and before anyone at a ford dealership works on the car ask them what a ppf is. if they dont know do not allow them to work on your clutch or transmission..
good luck..
beers
01-26-2007, 06:36 PM
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what mileage do you have on your car.im looking for 4.44 and i have stock 4.10 im willing to trade.BTW my car has 15k on it and no gear wine