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253 in an 84 Hilux

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253 in an 84 Hilux

Post by kempster1 »

A mate has put a 253 V8 into his 84 Hilux 4x4 ute, he want to have a taller gear ratio to get the rpm down
What is the best way to achieve this?
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Post by -Mick- »

bigger tyres. instant fix with other benefits
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Post by kempster1 »

He currently has it on 31's and does not want to give it a lift to fit bigger tyres.
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Post by -Mick- »

higher ratio centers are the other option but a lot of farkin around :)

I have the same overgearing problem. I'm going to supercharge my way out of it :lol: That'll get the highway speeds back........ fark the revs :lol:
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