Is there a way to change the gear ratio on a 4kq?

[Huw Powell]

> You can go to the newer 01A 90Q trans. It has much better 4th and fifth
> ratios. You can also swap to the 01E trans out of a 1992 or newer quattro.
> Yet another option is to use the 016 from a 200 20V. These all should have
> 4.11's. 

Don't forget to swap in the matching rear differential.

> Inspired by local Audi club members I am seriously starting to think about a
> plan to take my '86 4kcsq to the land of 300+ HP. The problem that I am
> struggling with in my mind are the extremely short gear ratios in the car -
> designed for rally on a 115hp engine. I am used to the performance of my
> 3000GT VR4 - 45mph 1st, 82 in 2nd, 130 in 3rd, 148 in 4th and a 200+ 5th
> gear. Before you ask, I have been up to 164mph and the car was still going
> when I let off.

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Huw Powell

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