Another Gear Thread, Changing D36s, Help Needed
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St. Jude Donor '04-'05-'06-'07
The guy who bought my old 3.07 D36 was very pleased with the change from 2.59s. If you still want a better launch, add some convertor. I remained with this ratio when I changed to a 44, changing only for the durability. These cars wrap up so fast in low anyway that I don't need anymore gear. I like having over 400 HP and still getting over 25 MPG w/ 18 or better around town. For a multi purpose automatic car, definitely try these before going any steeper. It's so easy and tempting to go overboard in one area but knowing what you want, if you're planning more future mods, and building it as a total package will result in a very quick and still very drivable car. My opinion....
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St. Jude Donor '04-'05-'06-'07
Oh BTW, I think since you have an early rear end that you'll have to enlarge the four holes in it to which the control arm brackets bolt. Can't remember the exact size but you can check them on the one you're removing. Pretty easy drilling the aluminum but be careful and use a new, sharp and true bit. It's easy to to get a hole too large in aluminum with a bit that has been sharpened and is probably not true. Careful and drill straight too. Enjoy, you'll be happy with the results! 
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Originally Posted by Corvette Kid NC
Oh BTW, I think since you have an early rear end that you'll have to enlarge the four holes in it to which the control arm brackets bolt. Can't remember the exact size but you can check them on the one you're removing. Pretty easy drilling the aluminum but be careful and use a new, sharp and true bit. It's easy to to get a hole too large in aluminum with a bit that has been sharpened and is probably not true. Careful and drill straight too. Enjoy, you'll be happy with the results!
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Is this a free post?? 
Just kidding...
This is part of what makes this forum the best place, though... People stepping forward, and offering their time to help is just amazing... Great job, guys
Just kidding...
This is part of what makes this forum the best place, though... People stepping forward, and offering their time to help is just amazing... Great job, guys
