<VV> Improving fuel economy FC PG

[Daniel Monasterio]

Tim,I converted my 62 Rampside to 3.27 diff. but, combined with 4.26 (61 FC) gearbox and think it is the best combo I ever have had on a FC. On 1st gear it has a better overall ratio vs. 3.55 diff. with 3.65 gearbox. Only draw back I felt, is on 3rd, at up hills as it needs some more revving for same speed. It performs real fine even with 1,500 lbs. loads. BTW, engine is a car's 110 HP.
Think your combo (3.27 + 3.65) will work fine only with light loads.
Saludos
Daniel




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> From: patiomatt at aol.com
> Date: Sun, 13 Nov 2011 21:14:49 -0500
> Subject: Re: <VV> Improving fuel economy FC PG
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>  Will installing  a 3.27 PG differential get me better 
> mileage on my '63 Rampside? I currently have 3.55. And I am referring to driving 
> long distances on the open road. Thanks all.
> Timothy Shortle 
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> Tim,  it all depends on your current setup!   95hp?
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> Does the RS  slow down on even gentle hills?
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> Is it pepy, for what it is from a stop?
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> If you "lug"  and engine constantly  it will  get worse mileage, even though it's turning less rpm.
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> Matt Nall
> Charleston, Oregon
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