[DeTomaso] Fifth Gear Change?

[Kirby Schrader]

Yes!

I have a .655 in my Pantera. Love it.

I have a .642 in my GT40. Love it.

Well worth the money, in my opinion.

Kirby

On Sep 15, 2013, at 12:11 PM, Corey Price <coreyjprice at gmail.com> wrote:

> Guys,
> 
> I'm sure it's been discussed.  I searched on both forums for info and read a lot of responses.
> 
> I have the ability and opportunity to change my ZF fifth gear from the standard 0.704 ratio to a 0.62 ratio for about the cost of the gear set, some shipping, and a good amount of my time.  The gear set goes for about $1300 to $1500, depending upon where you get it.  I have the tool part covered.  
> 
> Dennis Q. says that half his rebuilds also include changing out fifth.  I think $1300 for a gear set is pretty steep but I wouldn't expect any less from such an expensive transaxle.
> 
> Should I do it?  It wasn't in the plan but has presented itself nonetheless.  It may involve waiting several months as my budget isn't unlimited.
> 
> Corey
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