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Jim_PA · 01-05-2008, 10:28 AM

Stick with a q-jet, 3.73's with that 700R (maybe 4.11 if you go with a 30"+ tire), and build for low-mid torque. Should be able to do as good as a new one.

01-05-2008, 10:28 AM	#6
Jim_PA Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 2,696	Re: Better Gas Mileage Ideas for Classic Chevy Stick with a q-jet, 3.73's with that 700R (maybe 4.11 if you go with a 30"+ tire), and build for low-mid torque. Should be able to do as good as a new one.