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Dave in Boise · 06-17-2013, 10:49 PM

Hi All,

I am considering putting in an older Borg Warner overdrive into my touring A and was wondering what advice you had on the Borg Warner units? I know they are not as nice as Mitchell units, but it's what I have at the moment.

I hear that they will freewheel in high range down hills and that they can lock up or break when reversing unless locked out.. Any thoughts on how to make this a bit easier to set up and operate?

I am looking to be able to OD 2nd gear on demand for climbing 5-7% grades like we have in this area and OD 3rd as needed.. not for higher speed but to make it easier on the engine at 50-55 or so.

Appreciate anyone's feedback

- Dave in Boise

06-17-2013, 10:49 PM	#1
Dave in Boise Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 330	overdrive questions (borg warner) Hi All, I am considering putting in an older Borg Warner overdrive into my touring A and was wondering what advice you had on the Borg Warner units? I know they are not as nice as Mitchell units, but it's what I have at the moment. I hear that they will freewheel in high range down hills and that they can lock up or break when reversing unless locked out.. Any thoughts on how to make this a bit easier to set up and operate? I am looking to be able to OD 2nd gear on demand for climbing 5-7% grades like we have in this area and OD 3rd as needed.. not for higher speed but to make it easier on the engine at 50-55 or so. Appreciate anyone's feedback - Dave in Boise