How to gear up ratio rear axle 1936 model 40

[Studebeggar]

Need info on getting a higher gear ratio in rear axle 1936 model 40 sedan..any help much appreciated...Bishop Calif.

[suchan]

Hi, Spencer.

The most common solutions, installing later Buick rear ends, installing overdrives, or just running bigger tires to lower rpm's have all been exhaustively discussed here. Do a search and you'll find loads of info.

Steve.

[1939_Buick]

Harder with a '36

 

http://forums.aaca.org/topic/294006-1954-55-rear-end-swap-into-a-37/

 

http://forums.aaca.org/topic/237129-1938-buick-special-rear-axle-ratios-upgrades/