Rear End

[thomas_sorrentino]

Hi Chuck,

I previously had a 1978 with a 210NA. I had the rear changed to 4:88.
If I remember correctly the top end increased about 8 mph. But more
importantly, I liked to cruise around 60 to 62 mph and the reduction
in rpm (don't remember exactly how much)and the noise level was
significantly reduced. I was very happy with the change and think
that a change to 4:63 might have even been better, but I don't know.
The coach is owned by Gardner now, maybe he'll chime in?

Tom Sorrentino
1987 PT38
Bedford Hills, NY






--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Chuck Wheeler"
wrote:
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> I know there has been some discussion before about changing rear
end ratios.
> I would like to hear from any one who has changed out the rear end
of a BB
> with a 210NA to something other than the 5:29. (4:88, 4:65, 4:63,
or?) I'm
> not as interested in high speeds as being able to cruise 60-65 with
out
> running the CAT so fast. We do go the San Diego across I8 and to
Prescott
> up I17. I just don't want to get into a situation where we stall or
> overheat the Allison. Any experiences would be appreciated.
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> - Chuck Wheeler -
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> 82 FC 31 SB
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> Fort Worth, TX
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