Re: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion

[Clint Hooper]

Just because I wouldn't want 3.73's without an overdrive trans doesn't mean you won't,Ryan. It's only money. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm ----- Original Message ----- From: Ryan Langstraat I know that gear ratio has been a topic a lot lately but I am going to purchase my new set this week.  I noticed that some people are running 3:73's and was wondering how they liked them as an all around gear.  I noticed that Clint had mentioned that 3:73's were a marginal gear for the highway.  I guess what I was wondering was would a numerically lower gear set be a better route for a cruizer?  I would still like a little snap at times but I also dont want to be running 4500rpm down the highway.  I know there are formulas out there but was wanting personal opinions from people that have cruizers.  Let me know what you think.  Glad I bought a bunch of parts this week becuase it is snowing right now and I can hide in the garage!   Ryan