<VV> 389 gears

Wed May 31 19:34:21 EDT 2017

If I recall, 3500 rpm is 70 mph with a 3.55 rear.

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Michael via VirtualVairs
Sent: Wednesday, May 31, 2017 3:14 PM
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Subject: Re: <VV> 389 gears

You might, but cruising at 65-70 isn't much fun with your engine running
3500rpm.
More cam and carburetor is a better answer. (IMHO)

Mike

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From: "Matt Nall via VirtualVairs" <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
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Sent: 5/31/2017 11:41:38 AM
Subject: Re: <VV> 389 gears

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>One question, does anyone have experience with 389 gears? I am 
>presently running 355 gears, but looking for more umph from 45mph to 
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>Absolutely...  Brings the car to life....  and how often do you get to 
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>Charleston, Oregon
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