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Old Jul 31, 2008 | 05:56 PM
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I have a 97 a4 and want to put some 3.73s in it to give it some more power. Anyone know how much it is to install these and if I'll need anything extra to have them isntalled. Anyone also know where I can buy the 3.73s?
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A4 or MN6 tranny ?
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Originally Posted by Orsini112
I have a 97 a4 and want to put some 3.73s in it to give it some more power. Anyone know how much it is to install these and if I'll need anything extra to have them isntalled. Anyone also know where I can buy the 3.73s?
I'm very happy with my RPM built diff with 3:73's. I also have a Yank SS3600 stall. You're lookig at around $1700-$2000 installed depending on who does it. It's well worth it and one of the best mods you can do.

Here is the link: http://www.rpmtransmissions.com/differentials.html


Also, The gears don't add power but will make your car a lot quicker.
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I have a 97 a4 and want to put some 3.73s in it to give it some more power.
More power from gears......that'll be a neat trick...
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gears will not give you anymore horsepower,,just quicker acceleration. Think about it as if you were starting out in 5th gear on a 10 speed bicycle. verses starting out in 1st gear on the same bike.. A lot less effort and energy is required for initial acceleration
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