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[Spridgets] MG diff 3.70

Subject: [Spridgets] MG diff 3.70
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 20 Apr 2011 04:44:17 -0500
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> I think the example may be invalid.
> I believe that the 1500cc (Spitfire) engine has more bottom end torque than 
> the 1275cc as such would probably be able to pull a taller gear.

No, it was the spec that was invalid. The taller gear was REQUIRED for
the 1500 BECAUSE it didn't like high revs. Not knocking it; it was a
Spridget engine, no matter its source and the low-end torque makes a
car fun to drive on the street or in an autocross.
David L

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