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Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Marana, Arizona
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Who's running Richmond six speed ?
I know a couple of you guys have em
what do you think ? I've heard they are notchy shifting , maybe because there built well ? pros / cons ? I have one brand new that did'nt go with my 66 Chevelle when I sold it. I could sell it and get a lil over 2k but it sounds fun and at this point I don't drive my truck everyday so its reasonable vs. rebuilding my t350 and adding o/d (Gearvendors) I would prefer the atm but the 6 speed is paid for and would sure be fun ! 1st gear if I recall correctly is 3.06 which would go well with my 3.07 rear gears but would 6th gear be worthless ?? I value your input , THANKS
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Join Date: Apr 2001
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Re: Who's running Richmond six speed ?
R.O.D 6spd's have several 1st gear options but 3.06 isn't one of them. 3.06 is the 1st gear ratio of a 700r4.
R.O.D's 1st gear range is 2.88, 3.01, & 3.27 (the 3.01 might be what you have). The claim that they are 'notchy' feeling when shifting IMO is based on selective judgement. What's notchy to one guy that's used to a T-5 or T56 is standard shift feel to the guy that's used to a Muncie or T-10. I think the biggest item that people feel difference in is the internal rail shift system vs the external shift rods. I would run one if the price is right. The T56 can be had stronger (in aftermarket form) for the same $$, but the gear ratios don't work well w/these trucks. I knew someone looking for a R.O.D-6 not too long ago.
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Re: Who's running Richmond six speed ?
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Would overdrive be worthless? I'd say that is totaly dependent on tire size and how much torque you make. In my Diesel Sub, I dream of a 50% OD every day.
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Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Cheney, KS
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Re: Who's running Richmond six speed ?
Ive heard nothing but bad about anything Richmond, especially their gears....
Borg Warner is the way to go if you want a 6sp.
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