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how much of a mileage drop with 3.73s?

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Old 06-20-2002, 09:46 PM
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how much of a mileage drop with 3.73s?

i was just wondering how much my mileage would drop if i went from 2.73's to 3.73's with a 700R-4
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Car: 1993 Toyota Supra
Engine: Inline 6
Transmission: 6 Speed
Axle/Gears: 3.13
I'd say atleast 2 mpg because on automatics it may not shift into 4th gear because the accelerator will be depressed too much. You have to get that B&M kick down kit. It allows the transmission to shift into OD when the accelerator is pressed down no more than 3/4 instead of the stock 1/2.
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Car: 1991 Trans Am
Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: 700R4
So with the kick down kit, will there still be a drop in fuel mileage??? I also have 2.73's and have been looking for a new setup.. How about 3.23's????
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yes there will be a mileage drop because the engine will be turning more rpms.
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I get 20mpg on the freeway with 3.73's at about 65-75mph
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