Best 1st gear ratio with 2.94 differential

3.23 X 3.09 = 9.98

That’s about optimal for a first year take off.

2.94 X 3.09 = 9.08. Still not to shabby.

It’ll still have a decent off the line acceleration and it’ll have a good Hwy cruise rpm. A pretty good balance IMO.
Height of rear tire comes into play also, but I can easily get the car moving without using the accelerator.....so I can get a little bit more out of the combo. I will probably change the tires first.