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Old 03-14-2019, 05:55 PM   #15
1929
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Default Re: Mitchell transmission or overdrive

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Originally Posted by Dick Steinkamp View Post
A Model A has so much torque (125 ft lbs) relative to its weight that I can't see how splitting gears would be an advantage. The owner's manual wants you to get into high gear at 12 MPH.

I also agree that being able to cruise at 60 and better is not something that I would do without a modern brake and tire upgrade.

These are great cars, but they have their limits.
Dick, my 16s stop on the dime, with all new brakes and good thick shoes from Randy.
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