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Re: GT6 gearing question

To: triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: GT6 gearing question
From: Silikal@aol.com
Date: Tue, 3 Oct 1995 17:17:40 -0400
bruceh@cellerity.com writes:
> It seems to me that the wide ratios would be better suited to an engine
> with a broader torque band (like the GT6's) and the close ratio gears
> would be better for a motor with a narrower torque band (like the
Spitfire's). 

Actually, assuming the same 1:1 fourth gear ratio, you want the wider
ratio for the engine with less peak torque.  This way, first is 11.458:1
rather
than 8.666:1, giving more effective torque at the wheels, making it easier
for the engine to get the mass of the car moving.

Dave Williamson (silikal@aol.com) Spits in bits


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