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Just to dig this thread back out again
I myself am now seriously thinking of increasing capacity and although I have read through this and other 2.33/2.5 threads on here and 22b I am still wondering which is the best option for me ?
Unlike many of you I am purely using my car as a 'fun' track/drag car. Currently cars basic spec - STI4 RA with a 2.0 CDB using the phase 1 crank + proper bearings, rods, pistons etc built by Paul B. Just moved to a 321T and it's running nicely in to the 400's.
I really feel the next stage is to go 2.33 or 2.5 to get my goal of the 500+ region. I suppose everyone wants to keep costs down but what would be most economical as I have a CDB in the car already, reliner ? buy a 2.5 and build that etc ?
I myself am now seriously thinking of increasing capacity and although I have read through this and other 2.33/2.5 threads on here and 22b I am still wondering which is the best option for me ?
Unlike many of you I am purely using my car as a 'fun' track/drag car. Currently cars basic spec - STI4 RA with a 2.0 CDB using the phase 1 crank + proper bearings, rods, pistons etc built by Paul B. Just moved to a 321T and it's running nicely in to the 400's.
I really feel the next stage is to go 2.33 or 2.5 to get my goal of the 500+ region. I suppose everyone wants to keep costs down but what would be most economical as I have a CDB in the car already, reliner ? buy a 2.5 and build that etc ?
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Assuming RA gearing then 2.33 is the sensible choice, as it likes to rev.
2.5 is not so keen to rev-on and with an RA final drive you may just find that top speed is quite a bit lower than now.
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2.5 is not so keen to rev-on and with an RA final drive you may just find that top speed is quite a bit lower than now.
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Or you could go straight cut 1st /2nd & helical 3rd 4th which is available and quite a good compromise, as you don't spend enough time in the first 2 for it to really aggravate you.
Dog engagement is definitely not for road use.
You can then use whatever 5th gear you wish for out about 3 combinations to select one that will achieve wahtever you need for top speed.
6 speed is an option of course.
Call if you want a chat.
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