zekethomas

I bought a 1984 Toyota Dolphin that has a late 1970s Buick V6 231cid in it..Whoever did it, did a very nice job, but failed to take some things into consideration. The gear ratio is way off. At 55/60 mph the engine is reving way to high. I've considered a few different options and would like to have someones opinion. #1- The transmission does not have an overdrive. If I was to replace the trans, what would bolt up to the engine that would have an overdrive without having to deal with all the computerized compontents.#2- Tire and wheel change. Are there some 6 bolt 15" wheels that will bolt on so I can get some taller tires.#3-rear end gears.Were there different gear ratios available for the for the 1 ton chassis.

I recently purchased a 1984 dolphin. It has a late 70s model Buick 231 V6 and trans. As a consiquence the gear ratio is way off (no overdrive on the trans). I'm reving way high at cruising speed. My options seem to be,