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It's true that a lot of drag racers run a PG. I run one in my drag car
(67 Camaro).
Yes, powerglides are 2 speeds.
The choice of trans really depends on your combination. A light car
with lots of HP will work great with a 'glide.
They are considered (by some) to be more consistent for a few of
reasons: 1 less shift point, lighter weight, takes less hp to turn
them, and first gear is higher making for a less violent launch (less
fun, more consistent).
As always, everyone has their favorite combinations and opinions.
Someone asked about the shifting... They can be adjusted to shift hard
and fast.
Someone asked about rpm drop.... Mine drops very little, maybe
1000rpm. It definately stays well up into the powerband, and its not an
issue.
One thing that is nicer about the 3+ speed trans is that it allows the
engine to stay within a specified rpm range more. For this reason, the
PG requires a bit longer flatter torque curve.
A PG in a stock horsepower vehicle is most likely slower than with a 3
speed.
take care!
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> Are we talking 2 speed Powerglides here? I don't much see the value in that
> for racing. I would think you would want some more gears. I have a Powerglide
> in my '69...I'd love to sell it, too. Or maybe win races with it...riiight.
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> Tim.
> Proud Owner: '69 Chevelle (2 speeds: start and continue)
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> On 09-Aug-2001 Michael Pell wrote:
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> > If it didn't get wet, I would think it would be just fine.
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> > No, don't throw it away. Someone will want it. Either for a concourse
> > restoration, or maybe a drag racer.
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> > I run a PG in my 67 Camaro.
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> > take care
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> > Mike Skinner wrote:
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> >> While cleaning out the garage this past weekend I found the powerglide
> >> that I took out of a 67 Camero. Not sure if original to 67 or not. It
> >> was working fine when I replaced it with a built 350 turbo. Would it
> >> still be good, as it has been sitting inside for 5 years? What would it
> >> be worth? Is it just junk that I should haul to the scrap yard?
> >>
> >> Thanks for the help
> >>
> >> Mike
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