Re: [DML] Snapping input shafts - an update

["B BENSON" <delornut@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

The DeLorean uses a 3.44:1 final drive which is longer legged than the
version you mention for the GT40 replicas.  3.8:1 and 4.1:1 are lower gear
ratios. The 4.10:1 is quite low. 4.11:1 is used in many four wheel drive
trucks here in the states when a lot of grunt power is needed off the line..
As for the GT40's, I remember reading about some fellows in Pennsylvania
importing the kits into the states several years ago. I believe they used
Ford 351 Cleveland engines in them so UN1 transaxles must have stood up
reasonably well with high torque engines and lower final drives. Also, there
must have been a source of bellhousing adaptors for small block Ford V-8's
to mate with the Renault trannys.

Bruce Benson


> The GT40 replicas use a "long legged" final drive to >give a good top
> speed - which bears out what I've been saying about >the final drive
> being the key. All the performance Renaults using the >UN1 or 369 have a
> 3.8:1 or even 4.1:1, and they never break...
> Martin
> DMUK




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