I've decided on a proper first gear ratio. About 2.81:1. You won't see it (the mod) but when I accelerate in first you'll see it. Elite in Stoke-On-Trent is going to build me a gearset.
I've seen no one do this mod nor is it available anywhere. The Sierra Cosworth has a 2.95 first gear and 3.64 rear diff. It weighs the same as a Fiesta and is about 2 inches longer. 200bhp and it accelerates fantastic in first. Fiesta IB6 final drive is 3.82. 2.81:1 works out the same as a Cossie 2.95.
I've seen no one do this mod nor is it available anywhere. The Sierra Cosworth has a 2.95 first gear and 3.64 rear diff. It weighs the same as a Fiesta and is about 2 inches longer. 200bhp and it accelerates fantastic in first. Fiesta IB6 final drive is 3.82. 2.81:1 works out the same as a Cossie 2.95.
The ST200 that was sold in Europe had a lower final drive, but I doubt it was as low as your first gear will be.
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