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Feb 17, 2006 | 01:56 AM

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BlackMidNite

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From: Pope AFB NC

Im thinking about changing my set up for my A4. what do you guys think is the first thing I should do?? changing the rear or new tourque conveter? or maby I should wait and do both at the same time??? And what do you suggest going with on those??

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Feb 17, 2006 | 04:21 AM

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If you have the money, some say do them at the same time, cheaper labor cost as opposed to bringing down the tranny twice but that's the only advantage. Otherwise, stock T/C are able to handle the 3.42 rear for an A4 if you decide to upgrade which is what i'm going to do to. I'm keeping my T/C stock and changing the rear end from 3.15 to 3.42

Feb 17, 2006 | 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by BlackMidNite

Do you drive your C5 a lot? Because if you do a big stall and 3.42's is going to kill your gas mileage.

Do a stall first and see how you like it. Atleast 3000 or it's not even worth it.

Feb 20, 2006 | 04:58 AM

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Ya the C5 is my daily driver. But I want more kick!! i know with just the T/C it will drop 1/2sec in the qt. mile. What will i get in the qt. mile if i go with just the 3.42 rear end??

Oh and what should somthing like this cost me all to get the T/C and installed. Or the rear and installed?

Thanx
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Feb 20, 2006 | 06:02 AM

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a-4's with performance axle are not that bad......I have one

Feb 20, 2006 | 10:02 AM

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a-4's with performance axle are not that bad......I have one

I love mine.

Feb 20, 2006 | 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by flynbya2

a-4's with performance axle are not that bad......I have one

I love mine and I had a 1999 Z28 with a M6 and yes at times I miss it, but the 3:15 is really a nice setup.

Feb 20, 2006 | 10:26 AM

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2.73's with a 3000 stall is amazing. I don't even want to step up to 3.42's or 3.73's.

Ignorance is bliss....

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Feb 20, 2006 | 12:51 PM

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I've got the A4 315 combo. Love it. Blackmidnight's sig pic is awesome. Even better without the graphics, though.

Feb 20, 2006 | 03:40 PM

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Ignorance is bliss....

Feb 21, 2006 | 01:31 AM

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Thanx JMC. Ya I was thinking the same thing.

Ok so all stock A4s are 3.15?? Or just some?? It was posted that some are 2.73.

Thanx
Nate

Feb 21, 2006 | 01:57 AM

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Thanx JMC. Ya I was thinking the same thing.

Ok so all stock A4s are 3.15?? Or just some?? It was posted that some are 2.73.

Thanx
Nate

Hi Nate,

The 3.15 axle was an option. The 2.73 was the standard ratio for A4's.

Feb 21, 2006 | 08:03 AM

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3.15s

Mine's fast

Feb 21, 2006 | 11:26 AM

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Good thread

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackMidNite

Thanx JMC. Ya I was thinking the same thing.

Ok so all stock A4s are 3.15?? Or just some?? It was posted that some are 2.73.

Thanx
Nate

Nate,
I'm referring you to a thread in the "other" Corvette Forum that I started regarding upgrading my 2:73 differential in my 04 CE coupe. "Mike Mercury" posted a very good synopsis of what he did and why...might help you in your decision.
See this link: http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...ad.php?t=78755
Hope it helps!
Sully
BTW, I haven't done my mod yet...saving $$ to buy the 3:42 differential!

Feb 21, 2006 | 01:07 PM

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I have a 2.73 ratio rear axle on my 98 automatic

according to the paperwork.

Is this good or bad?
I noticed no one' reply's said they had that

Feb 21, 2006 | 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackMidNite

Thanx JMC. Ya I was thinking the same thing.

Ok so all stock A4s are 3.15?? Or just some?? It was posted that some are 2.73.

Thanx
Nate

check here:

http://mikemercury.home.att.net/ratio.htm

Feb 21, 2006 | 01:16 PM

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Drop a 3k Stall w/3.15 A4

Varoooom

Feb 21, 2006 | 01:26 PM

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Thanks Mike!

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Originally Posted by Mike Mercury

check here:

http://mikemercury.home.att.net/ratio.htm

That was some very interesting and valuable info to know

This site never ceases to amaze me with all your insight information

Feb 22, 2006 | 01:42 AM

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hmmm what to do what to do. LOL

correct me if im wrong but I can buy a used 3.42 rear off a 6spd and through it in my A4??

thanx 4 all Ur help
nate

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Feb 22, 2006 | 07:47 AM

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hmmm what to do what to do. LOL

correct me if im wrong but I can buy a used 3.42 rear off a 6spd and through it in my A4??

thanx 4 all Ur help
nate

That's what I'm doing. If you have 2.73 rear end, you will need a whole pumpkin. But if you have 3.15 gears, you can just get the 3.42 ring/pinion and have a reputable shop do the install for you, sometimes it's cheaper to go this route unless you can buy a used whole assembly 3.42 rear end. And yes for the A4, you will need to reprogram the shift points. For MN6 you won't need too.

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