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Jammer · 10-22-2009, 05:13 PM

cfg83:

That's interesting. I guess it sort of reflects the views of so many America worried about having enough POWER in their cars.

Gosh if I had so many options in a transmission and engine I would have to do A LOT of research before I could decide which arrangement would be best. I no longer subscribe to the idea that a smaller engine ALWAYS means better gas mileage, as I now strongly feel that often times a bit of a larger engine can sometimes give a driver more miles per gallon (I'm speaking of small engines in general, no V-8s or anything that large!). But I do believe I would get at least a stick shift, likely a 5-speed and I would eye the gear ratio too. From what I have observed the wrong gear ratio can cost a mile or two per gallon..

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Jammer Chevy and CB Radio Lover Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: East Kentucky Posts: 302 Thanks: 13 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	cfg83: That's interesting. I guess it sort of reflects the views of so many America worried about having enough POWER in their cars. Gosh if I had so many options in a transmission and engine I would have to do A LOT of research before I could decide which arrangement would be best. I no longer subscribe to the idea that a smaller engine ALWAYS means better gas mileage, as I now strongly feel that often times a bit of a larger engine can sometimes give a driver more miles per gallon (I'm speaking of small engines in general, no V-8s or anything that large!). But I do believe I would get at least a stick shift, likely a 5-speed and I would eye the gear ratio too. From what I have observed the wrong gear ratio can cost a mile or two per gallon.. __________________ Support American Workers!