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Originally Posted by JethroBodine
Progress
Just swapped the 5th gear in my transmission and made the run from my work to my house. Previously, with the stock .89 5th gear, 2500rpm=50mph and on level ground with present snow tires, DWL got around 1.3gph(still 50mph). With the new .75 gear, 2500rpm=60mph, and 1.0gph(at 50mph)  . I wanted to get this done in time to work out any bugs before an upcoming 600+mile trip and to get it ready for the diesel swap. |
This is such a cool mod. I plan something similar, swapping for a taller final driven gear. Very nice. I really want to make the Bonneville trip too. I'll keep it in mind and follow this thread. Useful anticipation to inspire modding activity between now and then.