<VV> Sticking tach
Mike Kost
vairmike@sbcglobal.net
Mon, 10 May 2004 14:02:34 -0500
kovacsmk wrote:
>SNIP..Also since my speedo stopped working recently, what are the
>corresponding speeds for certain rpms for a '65 4-speed Corsa
>transmission. I believe the differential is stock for the car
>also.....Snip
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> The speedo/tach on my 69 Fitch Sprint ('66 Corsa based) is approx 3100
>rpm for 60-65 mph in 4th. This is with a 3:55 AXLE and 205 60 Tires. I
>basically equate multiplying the tach first two numbers by two to get
>the speed. 30xx rpm = 60 25xx rpm = 50. Some does depend on the axle
>ratio and the tire size. Anybody else have a SWAG?
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>Getting all the information is most of the solution.
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>MIKE KOVACS
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That's been my experience also.
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Mike Kost
Show-Me Corvair Club