that's what was so nice about the G Force boxes- they run a true overdrive, and can be bought used for $2000-2500. I've seen some 5spd w/ OD trannies out there in the 3500-4500 range as well, but were already sold.
that's what was so nice about the G Force boxes- they run a true overdrive, and can be bought used for $2000-2500. I've seen some 5spd w/ OD trannies out there in the 3500-4500 range as well, but were already sold.
Houston Region
STU Nissan 240SX
EProd RX7
Matt, you can use an overdrive 3rd gear in the Jerico 4 spd and you just flip the shift arm. Then the 1.00 4rth becomes 3rd and your overdrive 3rd becomes 4rth. The Nascar guys do it all the time. Go to the Jerico site and look at the available overdrive ratios. You really do not need a pit gear.
Chris
Now we're talking some sense! I even called the Jerico guy and talked to them earlier this week, they said my only option was a 5 spd w/ overdrive. never mentioned flipping the shift arm like that. I could care less about a pit gear- the engine makes enough torque that I can get moving pretty easy. the big issue is being able to run an OD so I can get away from having to spend another $1500 on another differential.
Thanks for the info- you just made my day!
Last edited by Matt93SE; 02-10-2011 at 11:56 AM.
Houston Region
STU Nissan 240SX
EProd RX7
Call Scott at Taylor http://www.taylor-race.com/ - they really know their stuff and are just a few hours north of you.
Mark B. - Dallas, TX
#76 RX-7 2nd Gen
SCCA EP
Former ITS, ITE, NASA PT
Under no circumstances call Taylor unless getting boned up the ass is your idea of a good time. Nobody will run you into the poorhouse quicker. There are many Jerico builders in the North Carolina area. You have been warned.
Chris
Yeah, talked to Scott on Monday or Tuesday. he suggested a Sierra 5 spd they've had on the shelf for umpteen years. hmmmmm- more than I paid for the whole car...
Houston Region
STU Nissan 240SX
EProd RX7
Well... If its been on the shelf for years, then I think the should let it go mad cheap!
Had to laugh at the differing reviews! No shop can keep everyone happy... And of course the more expensive ones must be better right? lol
Chris Rallo "the kid"
-- "wrenching and racing" -- "will race for food!" -- "Onward and Upward"
They're still selling it for "about what we paid for it just to get it off the shelf" but it's still more than I paid for the car & cage & suspension.
I've heard very mixed reviews about Taylor as well. I have a place here in town that can do any work that I can't do myself, but it's nice to be able to get parts close to home. I may just use them for parts as needed and leave the detail work to a local engine & tranny shop.
Houston Region
STU Nissan 240SX
EProd RX7
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