I just made a nice trip to Carlisle. 160 miles one way. Lots of Highway driving. I kept it under 70 on the way up. On the way back I was running 80 at 3500rpm with the toplaoder close ratio and 3:31.
She was just cruising at that RPM. And I don't need to risk getting another ticket.
I still think I would prefer 3.54 or 3.77 for all around street use. I don't do much highway and my engine likes 2800rpm or better.
I wore earplugs for the long trip. I have Tendenitice(sp?) in my right ear and the cold wind slapping on my ear will make it sore after a while.
Not being able to hear the exhaust so much I was able to pay attention to the pull of the engine as I hit the gas as compared to the lumpyness of the cam with no earplugs. The engine pulled smooth and steady under light acceleration.
On another note when I was leaving Carlisle through the fairground and on my drive today. If I am trying to creep real slow I have to constantly push my clutch in and out so I can keep the speed down. The engine idle is set at 900rpm as the engine builder recommends.This is really annoying and a shorter gear would be nicer for that.
Tony
Unique 427 #4279480 Precision Engine Machine Company 427 s/o 483.47 stroker close ratio toploader 3.31 jag rear