I just noticed on a label plate above my engine compartment and this is
the gear ratio that is in my bird, is this the normal ratio? Thanks Jon
PS Still getting 10 1/4 mpg and maybe I do have that famous carberator?
Jon Lechich
Rebel Bird
Bremerton Washington
Jon,
I believe with the 3208Na, the 5.29 was the normal rear end. When
the turbos came along the gearing was normally the 4.88 (4.89).
There were choices however.
The turbo, while more powerful, has a lower max rpm. At 55mph
national speed limits, 4.88 was a pretty good match from factory.
While the Na, which I believe you have, was likely considered well
matched to the 5.29.
You never can be sure since people did make changes. Best to check
the speedo and tach are accurate.
Gary Miller
83 FC 33 - For Sale 'millercoachworks.com'
Milwaukee area
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wrote:
> I just noticed on a label plate above my engine compartment and
this is
> the gear ratio that is in my bird, is this the normal ratio?
Thanks Jon
> PS Still getting 10 1/4 mpg and maybe I do have that famous
carberator?
> Jon Lechich
> Rebel Bird
> Bremerton Washington