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Old 04-15-2009, 09:37 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Coyote X View Post
yep the final drive ratio is the same. The auto just makes the motor scream at higher speeds with the 1:1 3rd gear. It doesn't seem to hurt them as far as life of the rings/bearings it just makes the mileage suck over 55mph
Oh, ok, thanks for the help!

Someday, if I ever get the time, I'd like to buy a 3 cyl Metro and install a 4 cylinder transmission.

I'll practically be able to cross America on gas fumes...
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