I have some time off due to a work shutdown, so I figured this is a great oportunity to replace the 3.08 ring and pinion in my '95 Cobra. The car is nearly stock, but will be improved over the next couple of years. The suspension comes first, then I'll go after the engine. The problem is that I can't decide which ratio to go with, 3.55 or 3.73.
The car is only a summer/weekend driver, so gas mileage is not a consideration. Howver, I am concerned about traction. The tires already get very loose with the stock gears at WOT in first if it's colder than 60 F out. I'm going to upgrade the lower and upper control arms when I do the gear, so that should help with the traction issues, but I'm still concered that the 3.73 might be too much. I already have a 3.55 set, so I would have to order the 3.73 if I decide to change. Is it worth it?
Please let me know what you guys think. Thanks
The car is only a summer/weekend driver, so gas mileage is not a consideration. Howver, I am concerned about traction. The tires already get very loose with the stock gears at WOT in first if it's colder than 60 F out. I'm going to upgrade the lower and upper control arms when I do the gear, so that should help with the traction issues, but I'm still concered that the 3.73 might be too much. I already have a 3.55 set, so I would have to order the 3.73 if I decide to change. Is it worth it?
Please let me know what you guys think. Thanks