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Aug 22, 2011 | 12:12 PM

voyager_1700

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Opinions 3.73 rear on a convertible

Any thoughts on why the 3.73 rear option was eliminated on convertibles ?

Would you consider doing the 3.73 rear on it ?

Aug 26, 2011 | 07:54 AM

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i think the rear end gear choice is more about driving feel for most ppl than about timeslips. test drive a coupe with a 3.73 and if you like that feel and want to spend the $$ do it.

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Aug 26, 2011 | 08:00 AM

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if you still want decent gas milage get the 373 if you want a huge difference get the 410, mine came with 373's so i dont see the oint in uprgading

Aug 26, 2011 | 08:01 AM

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My concern was if it had anything to do w/ body torque and twist on a convertible.

Aug 26, 2011 | 08:09 AM

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id say no, all convertables are reinforced to prevent this, thus why they can be sold, theres akit more metal ona vert than a coup

Aug 26, 2011 | 08:12 AM

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cool thanks for the info..

Aug 26, 2011 | 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by voyager_1700

Any thoughts on why the 3.73 rear option was eliminated on convertibles ?

Would you consider doing the 3.73 rear on it ?

I am wanting to put 3.73s in my Vert. Verts are heavier due to the extra reinforcement, so are not the first choice for performance. Ford thinks of them as more of a stylish cruising car, so no gear options.