Having the lower gearing in the rear (numerically higher) will make the car feel lighter to the engine when accelerating. When you are at a steady speed around town, you will just put it in a higher gear, so the cruising RPMs will not be any higher than they are stock. The only time that you will be putting more wear on the engine is when you are cruising on the highway in 6th gear at a higher RPM. I don't think that is very significant for a car of this nature, since it is not a "cross country" cruiser.

 

My LS1 ('00 SS) got 30mpg on the highway because at 70mph in 6th gear, I was only doing 1800 rpms! I would love to have that kind of gear available in the Honda. Give me aggressive 1-5 with that tall 6th. I really think this 4:44 is something I'm going to think about doing this summer but damn it, I wish someone could bring it down to $700 so I could keep the total cost hovering around a grand.
I can't believe those involved in the aftermarket side of things continue to overlook the tremendous potential for this kind of S2000 performance improvement. There aren't many things short of FI we can do to improve this car so when I read from owners of this mod who write so enthusiastically about it, I wonder, "where is the lightbulb going off in these aftermarket manufacturers head, saying 'hmmm, I think I can corner the market on this one.'"

 

I think when the light bulb goes ON, that there will be a DOLLAR sign imbedded in the illumination. If you corner the market on this, they will come.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Russ
[B]My LS1 ('00 SS) got 30mpg on the highway because at 70mph in 6th gear, I was only doing 1800 rpms!

 

When I used to change rear axle ratios on hot rods, I was also able to change the speedometer drive gear on the transmission. These were of course analog mechanical devices.

How does one deal with correcting the speedometer error on an S2000 following a rear axle ratio change?

Also, how are your CV Joints holding up after your change to a higher ratio gear set?

Kind Regards, Chris

 

Do a search for "yellow box". It is an electronic device that allows accurate calibration for electronic speedo's.

 

http://www.blackrobotics.com/
I haven't taken my CV joints apart to look but they seem to be performing as per usual.

 

gernby/xviper:

Thanks for the good info!

Kind Regards, Chris