1976 three on the tree question

I remember years ago I took that ill-geared OD out of my Duster and put a straight 4-speed in, way better car.
The best thing about an OD is it does everything wrong, but the lower first gear.
You know why? Because Chrysler crippled those transmissions with pussified rear gears. Even in the hot rod world, people put in 3.55s "thinkin" they're doing something. I wouldn't put anything numerically lower than a 3.90 and if I find one I'll run either a 4.10 or 4.30 depending on what tire I choose. THAT'S what makes the difference.