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jacoby1007 Samba Member
Joined: July 28, 2016 Posts: 105 Location: North Hollywood, CA
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Posted: Thu May 18, 2017 1:57 pm Post subject: 002 Trans Rebuild Time Questions |
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So after reviewing lots last night I am sticking with my original 002 trans and getting it rebuilt by Rancho. I have been trying to research the below and make sure I make the smartest move. I don't think I will have much more power down the road and will stick with my 1700 for a while.
-Stay with the same setup in the trans?
-Change my ratio?
-It was recommended I do the below, will my engine struggle?
002 5.38 ring and pinion with .82 4th.
Change the 5.38 to a 4.57 and your motor with thank you.
See below, 4.57 r/p stock gears, 26" tall tire.
_________________ 1974 Westy 1967 Beetle |
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jacoby1007 Samba Member
Joined: July 28, 2016 Posts: 105 Location: North Hollywood, CA
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Posted: Thu May 18, 2017 5:05 pm Post subject: Re: 002 Trans Rebuild Time Questions |
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Update to my own post, I got some PMs and feel it will be best to keep it all stock. 002 trans with factory gearing. _________________ 1974 Westy 1967 Beetle |
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Randy in Maine Samba Member
Joined: August 03, 2003 Posts: 34890 Location: The Beach
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Posted: Thu May 18, 2017 5:55 pm Post subject: Re: 002 Trans Rebuild Time Questions |
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That is really a sweet combo though. That engine just winds like there is no tomorrow. |
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jacoby1007 Samba Member
Joined: July 28, 2016 Posts: 105 Location: North Hollywood, CA
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Posted: Thu May 18, 2017 5:59 pm Post subject: Re: 002 Trans Rebuild Time Questions |
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The setup they are recommending? Even with my size engine? I am still on the fence but if I don't get any good feedback I will stick stock. Would hate to do it one way and find out later that was the better of setups.
Speak now or forever hold your peace! _________________ 1974 Westy 1967 Beetle |
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richparker Samba Member
Joined: November 24, 2011 Posts: 6983 Location: Durango, CO
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Wildthings Samba Member
Joined: March 13, 2005 Posts: 50352
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Posted: Fri May 19, 2017 1:40 pm Post subject: Re: 002 Trans Rebuild Time Questions |
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If you want to go with longer gearing, buy two 27x8.5R14's for the back and see how you like the power. Much easier and cheaper to reverse a tire change than a gear change.
FWIW, I am presently running a slightly modified 002 with my 1800 and 27x8.5R14's and am happy enough with the results. |
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