Question about Diff Gears
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I would never change just the gears. Have the diff gone through and replace seals and bearings while it is apart. Yes - assuming the case is in good shape, it can be reused and upgraded to 3.73's.
I went from 3.42's to 3.90's. Big difference for the better!
I went from 3.42's to 3.90's. Big difference for the better!
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2) Where does the speedometer pick up it's signal? Is this something I can have my tuner adjust after I do a swap? Or is there a mechanical change I need to do somewhere? I'd likely have it retuned anyhow after the swap, if I didn't have him to the whole job entirely.
My 2000 MN6 is at 460RWHP. I have been thinking about a gear change to provide some extra excitement; as well as upgrading the brakes. I'm embarrassed to say I've never even checked to see what ratio my car came with stock; but I think it's 3.42, correct?
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1) I like this idea. I just bought a 4 post lift, and could probably make a winter project out of this. I could buy a used differential, have it gone through, and swap it out keeping my stock setup intact; correct?
2) Where does the speedometer pick up it's signal? Is this something I can have my tuner adjust after I do a swap? Or is there a mechanical change I need to do somewhere? I'd likely have it retuned anyhow after the swap, if I didn't have him to the whole job entirely.
My 2000 MN6 is at 460RWHP. I have been thinking about a gear change to provide some extra excitement; as well as upgrading the brakes. I'm embarrassed to say I've never even checked to see what ratio my car came with stock; but I think it's 3.42, correct?
2) Where does the speedometer pick up it's signal? Is this something I can have my tuner adjust after I do a swap? Or is there a mechanical change I need to do somewhere? I'd likely have it retuned anyhow after the swap, if I didn't have him to the whole job entirely.
My 2000 MN6 is at 460RWHP. I have been thinking about a gear change to provide some extra excitement; as well as upgrading the brakes. I'm embarrassed to say I've never even checked to see what ratio my car came with stock; but I think it's 3.42, correct?
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mpetty, unless you're simply hankering to do this work yourself, drive up to RPM transmissions (just outside of Indianapolis) and let them do it for you. They'll be done within a day, and you'll be on the road back home.
While it's been several years since I was at their shop, I was amazed at how quickly they are able to do this sort of work. Good luck whatever you decide to do.
While it's been several years since I was at their shop, I was amazed at how quickly they are able to do this sort of work. Good luck whatever you decide to do.
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Hi all I have an auto 99 car, currently a 3.15 I believe.. And have custom Diablo Intune , so shift points moved, firmness etc...
Would I see good performance benefit going to say 3.73 or 3.90 built box? Just drop in and go? No other mods?
Seem to remember reading one if the reasons the Z does sub 4 secs to 60 is gearing in its manual box..
Something like an RPM built one or similar?
Would I see good performance benefit going to say 3.73 or 3.90 built box? Just drop in and go? No other mods?
Seem to remember reading one if the reasons the Z does sub 4 secs to 60 is gearing in its manual box..
Something like an RPM built one or similar?
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Going to 3.73 or 3.90 would be a great move, so long as you're okay with higher highway RPM's. 3.42 wouldn't be worth the change IMO.
The Z also has steeper rear gears (3.42), 130# less weight to push, wider tires, and around 60 more ponies (among other small niceties).
The Z also has steeper rear gears (3.42), 130# less weight to push, wider tires, and around 60 more ponies (among other small niceties).
Last edited by grantv; Nov 9, 2016 at 01:58 PM.