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01-20-2004, 07:31 AM

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Gear ratios?

Can anyone explain to me the science behind gear ratios? Why do some people prefer closer gear ratios? Whats a good setup for better acceleration? top-end power? final gear ratios? thanks.

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01-20-2004, 07:32 AM

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Re: Gear ratios? (HATCHY on BOOSTY)

http://auto.howstuffworks.com/gear-ratio.htm

http://auto.howstuffworks.com/transmission.htm

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that howstuffworks website owns all..

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01-20-2004, 07:48 AM

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Re: Gear ratios? (BauleyCivic)

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.I have been to the top of the mountain...and it is good.

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