> I don't remember any American muscle car having the ability to go over > 140 > MPH & most would float long before 140 MPH. The issue is that the > overall > gear ratio would not support these speeds. The engine RPM would be so > high > that the rods would stretch & the valves would float.
My '84 Camaro? 143 indicated, and it wasn't all that inaccurate. Not enough HP to reach redline in 5th, though, IIRC it was 1000 shy. Probably just as well! -- Jim _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
