Maxima Final Gear Ratio
06-13-2005, 11:16 AM
#2
Easiest and quickest way --->Change tire size.
If that's not the answer you're wanting, get ahold of Aaron92SE. I believe he's doing this (changing F/D) with his 92 automatic. But as far as I know, no one has done it on a 4th generation, and if they have it was a race application, not an attempt to gain "a little more low end power".
Even by changing it, unless done quite drastically, you won notice more low end "power" or grunt.
Automatic is 3.619, the transmission is nearly identical from 99-00, and so you may try that F/D, which is 3.789, but will not make a bit of noticeable difference.
Highway gas mileage will suffer.
Best bet as I've stated to you before, get a 5 speed swap. But most importantly, do a little research of your own.
How much of a Maxima gear head are you...
Explore all options.
-which transmissions are similar, what will work, and what will be the benefits &/or drawbacks.
-How feasible is it, will it be worth it for what will be gained.
-What will do the same and has been tried and true ... 5 speed swap.
One thing that would be a cool project, and has been LOOKED at before, but never one, is the 5 speed automatic from the 04+ Maximas.
If that's not the answer you're wanting, get ahold of Aaron92SE. I believe he's doing this (changing F/D) with his 92 automatic. But as far as I know, no one has done it on a 4th generation, and if they have it was a race application, not an attempt to gain "a little more low end power".
Even by changing it, unless done quite drastically, you won notice more low end "power" or grunt.
Automatic is 3.619, the transmission is nearly identical from 99-00, and so you may try that F/D, which is 3.789, but will not make a bit of noticeable difference.
Highway gas mileage will suffer.
Best bet as I've stated to you before, get a 5 speed swap. But most importantly, do a little research of your own.
How much of a Maxima gear head are you...
Explore all options.
-which transmissions are similar, what will work, and what will be the benefits &/or drawbacks.
-How feasible is it, will it be worth it for what will be gained.
-What will do the same and has been tried and true ... 5 speed swap.
One thing that would be a cool project, and has been LOOKED at before, but never one, is the 5 speed automatic from the 04+ Maximas.
06-13-2005, 11:51 AM
#3
Originally Posted by wadecarlson
Does Anyone Know Where I Can Find A Way To Change Final Gear Ratio On A 1998 Maxima Automatic? I Want A Little More Low End Power - Thanks In Advance!!!
06-13-2005, 12:59 PM
#4
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i think ill just go with mild street Maxima Torque Converter. this should give more horsepower thoughout the power range and give me that kick i need for first gear without sacrificing gas mileage. my 0-60 should increase a whole lot.
anyone tried one of these - if so let mw know what you think of it. ive been told it only engages at wot (wide open throtle).
anyone tried one of these - if so let mw know what you think of it. ive been told it only engages at wot (wide open throtle).
06-14-2005, 04:52 AM
#8
Originally Posted by wadecarlson
ive heard there is quite a bit of power lost in the converter and you can increase horsepower by having a better one installed.
06-14-2005, 04:56 AM
#9
Originally Posted by NmexMAX
One thing that would be a cool project, and has been LOOKED at before, but never one, is the 5 speed automatic from the 04+ Maximas.
I would love to have a 5-speed auto with shiftronic.
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