Edelbrock Streetmaster 318 vs regular performer
I understand that first gear is lower than a standard A833. But, with only a 2.94 axle that 3.09 first makes the car launch like it has a 3.55 rear axle. The 64-65 A-bodies equipped with the A833 and a 273 used the same 3.09 first gear as my OD unit, but my second is actually a higher ratio than the 64-65 273 A833 trans had. So realistically the low first is really not that low because of my high rear axle ratio and when shifting to second gear "1.67" it's a very wide ratio! The LD4B/Weiand action plus would be my first choice but I don't have one in stock. I am just asking to see if you guys have had any experience in swapping between the streetmaster and performer. I also have a real cool looking vintage "Offy"! Thanks guys!
I understand that first gear is lower than a standard A833. But, with only a 2.94 axle that 3.09 first makes the car launch like it has a 3.55 rear axle. The 64-65 A-bodies equipped with the A833 and a 273 used the same 3.09 first gear as my OD unit, but my second is actually a higher ratio than the 64-65 273 A833 trans had. So realistically the low first is really not that low because of my high rear axle ratio and when shifting to second gear "1.67" it's a very wide ratio! The LD4B/Weiand action plus would be my first choice but I don't have one in stock. I am just asking to see if you guys have had any experience in swapping between the streetmaster and performer. I also have a real cool looking vintage "Offy"! Thanks guys!