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Im getting ready to swap in a WC T5 from a fox body, currently a C4. I am running 255 40 17 rear (25.05 inches) and 225 45 17 front (24.97 inches). What speedo gear do i need?
 

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what rear end gear are you using?
 
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o yea, sorry...right now it is 3.00:1...
 
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anyone?
 

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Speedometer Driven Gear Calculator at West Coast Classic Cougar :: Specializing in 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, and 1973 Mercury Cougars
 

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assuming it is an average C4 with 7 drive teeth for the speedo gear, you need a 17 tooth driven gear.
 
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awesome! thanks guys...
 
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