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what is the gear ratio of the 97 j30 w/ vlsd


VimyJ
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I'd like to know, too. Anybody?

Q45tech
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Car: 1990 Q45 342,400 miles 22 years ownership with original engine
1995 G20t 5 speed 334,000 miles 16" 2002 wheels - 205/50/16 Sr20ve vvl

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For the J30:1st 2.78:1 2nd 1.54:1 3rd 1.00:1 4th 0.69:1 reverse 2.27:1 Final Drive Ratio (:1) 3.92:1

The AT gears ratios are the same as the 90-93 Q tranny so after correcting for tire diameter differences : 3.92/3.538= 10.8% + 4% more revs at same speed. or ~~~2350 rpms at 60 mph in 4th.http://www.nissannews.com/?htt...shtmlFront Suspension Extended-travel MacPherson strut type w/ 24.0 mm stabilizer bar Rear Suspension Patented, new generation, double-isolatedmulti-link type with 19.1 mm (Base), 17.3 mm (t)stabilizer bar

Fuel Tank (gal.) 19 Engine Coolants (qts.) 9.75 with reservoir Curb Weight (lbs.) 3,527 (J30)/ 3,533 (J30t) Weight Distribution (F/R %) 57/43 FUEL ECONOMY* Highway/City (mpg) 23/18 0 - 60 8.3 sec. ** 1/4 Mile 15.0 sec. ** Maximum Speed 128 mph * EPA estimate for comparison only, actual mileage may vary** 1993 Model Tested

VimyJ
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Alright, alright. I wanted somebody else to look it up but I guess I'll do it myself. Let's see.... "Propeller Shaft & Differential Carrier (PD), Service Data and Specifications (S.D.S.) page PD29, General Specifications: Gear ratio: 3.916. Man, ya gotta love the mini service manual!:cool:

VimyJ
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:doh I should have just waited a little longer.


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