The Ford Barn

kiwi nz · 02-07-2024, 02:32 AM

I am trying to think this one through, I have read a few other T5 threads lately that make reference to close ratio combinations. It seems to me that with the width of the power band of a stock flathead, five gears would be two too many, until you add in the over driven fifith of course.

Nearly 50 yrs ago I had a 1966 mustang, 289, 3spd manual, 2.80:1 rear end.
It was not a combination that many people wanted, but other than its poor handling and shocking brakes the car drove well.

I have allways thought that gear box would be great behind a flat head.

Geoff

02-07-2024, 02:32 AM	#35
kiwi nz Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2022 Posts: 148	Re: FINALLY…T5 WITH Torque Tube in a ‘35-’40 Ford...The WHOLE STORY! I am trying to think this one through, I have read a few other T5 threads lately that make reference to close ratio combinations. It seems to me that with the width of the power band of a stock flathead, five gears would be two too many, until you add in the over driven fifith of course. Nearly 50 yrs ago I had a 1966 mustang, 289, 3spd manual, 2.80:1 rear end. It was not a combination that many people wanted, but other than its poor handling and shocking brakes the car drove well. I have allways thought that gear box would be great behind a flat head. Geoff