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Reply to "Gene Berg 5 speed"

Nick, I don't think Porsche ever had a 5 speed for the 550, the trans case was too small and no room was available for the 5th gear.

FYI, the 5 speed offered by Gene Berg does not have an overdrive beyone the .80 stock 4th gear. They claim that if you slow down the engine, heating problems occur. Apparently the HP required to keep the car moving at freeway speeds produces too much internal heat if the engine fan is slowed down too much. (One of the original problems with power pulleys) The Berg Trans only offers close mid gears. Besides that, as much as Gene Berg liked to brag during his life, his kids have taken over the bragging rights, the 5 speed reeks of trouble, I've had several friends that have had 5 speeds and were miserably unhappy.
(Message Edited 8/1/2003 2:08:01 PM)
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