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What gear size do you recommend for a 94 Cobra?

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InMyPrimeSVT

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If Cobras come with a stock 3.08...what gear would you guys recommend going up to? The car is not a DD, but I do put it on the highway every now and again, and does get driven to the track and shows.

I do have 3.73 gears brand new waiting in my barn, but now I'm considering going up to 4.10. Any thoughts?
 

Michael Yount

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There's a 10% difference in engine speed between 3.73's and 4.10's -- only you can decide. Cruise engine speed and fuel mileage are usually easy to take care of -- just cruise at a bit slower mph. If you're gonna change 'em, take the plunge. 4.10's.

I run 3.73's with a slightly shorter tire than the Stangs, and with the T5Z tranny - with the .625 5th gear. 65-70 mph is around 2300-2400 rpm; routinely gets 26-27 mpg cruising at 68 mph. I'm happy.
 

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I myself would go 3.73 on a 5.0 Cobra.
 
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3.73
 

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4.10 would be better but if you already have the 3.73, use them. UNless you can make an even exchange.
 

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like 92LX said, if you already have the 3.73 use it.
If someday you go blown (charger or turbo) the 3.73 will provide more benefit than the 4.10.
 
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4.10 would be better, but like the others have said since you have the 3.73 used them you won't see that much difference.
 
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i have 3.73s in my 95 cobra with a blower and stroker and their great
 

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3.73 would be just fine
 
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