Originally Posted by Desert Dan

The 5-speed stick and front axle would have to be up-graded to handle a V8. The t-case should be fine.

Originally Posted by evldave

1968 F250 w/390 and granny tranny (4-speed w/granny gear). 4.10 gears and it would pull your scout pulling your house :) Miss that truck :crying:

Originally Posted by Gooey Gaybob

Hmm, so from what I have been told by factory trainers and engineers from anther line. The engineering spec for a torque converter is 1.8:1, that is both slip, and torque multiplication.

For your basic crawl ratio spec, 100:1 is the target range for technical 4-wheeling, like rocks and really rough terrain. So given the specs on the H3 the crawl ration is more like 90:1

1.8 x 3.06 x 4.03 x 4.10 = 91.0:1

The big problem with the 4:1 t-case is that it really takes away from the capability of the rig in some situation, but enhances it for others. Mud and deep sand really need higher wheel speed so the 4:1 t-case probably wouldn't be a good choice for that. But on techincal trails and in the rocks, the lower t-case gearing really shines through. So pick you poison when selecting your t-case gearing.

Originally Posted by Gooey Gaybob

Hmm, so from what I have been told by factory trainers and engineers from anther line. The engineering spec for a torque converter is 1.8:1, that is both slip, and torque multiplication.

For your basic crawl ratio spec, 100:1 is the target range for technical 4-wheeling, like rocks and really rough terrain. So given the specs on the H3 the crawl ration is more like 90:1

1.8 x 3.06 x 4.03 x 4.10 = 91.0:1

The big problem with the 4:1 t-case is that it really takes away from the capability of the rig in some situation, but enhances it for others. Mud and deep sand really need higher wheel speed so the 4:1 t-case probably wouldn't be a good choice for that. But on techincal trails and in the rocks, the lower t-case gearing really shines through. So pick you poison when selecting your t-case gearing.

Originally Posted by Huck BB62

Depends on the Scout. I put the wide ratio (granny tranny) in my Scout, 4.10 gears, and the 3:1 conversion. It had lockers front and back. Four tires against maybe two in the ford (if it had a rear limited slip) I dunno, I'm thinkin' it wouldn't be pretty for the old F-250!

Originally Posted by Huck BB62

Depends on the Scout. I put the wide ratio (granny tranny) in my Scout, 4.10 gears, and the 3:1 conversion. It had lockers front and back. Four tires against maybe two in the ford (if it had a rear limited slip) I dunno, I'm thinkin' it wouldn't be pretty for the old F-250!

Originally Posted by Desert Dan

Stagger Lee

Ive had some old rigs that I miss, but when I think back on the lack of a decent HVAC system, poor brakes and steering, fuel system troubles, gear whine, oil leaks etc. I do a reality check and turn on my heated seat in the H3 put on a Dead cd and hit the road.

If you get sentimental put a picture of the old beast on your visor.

I'd like an old work truck again but not for daily driving but maybe on a ranch or kept at a cabin etc.

Originally Posted by RubHer Yellow Ducky

Originally Posted by NEOCON1

yea gooey has some good info , thought it might be Para :giggling: :giggling:

Originally Posted by HummBebe

Is Gooey Gaybob a real troll.......I kinda like him. He's funny.....at least for now.

Originally Posted by NEOCON1

yea gooey has some good info , thought it might be Para :giggling: :giggling:

Originally Posted by Gooey Gaybob

No on the Para thing. A few of you guys know where I came from.......

Originally Posted by Huck BB62

I sure would like to see the new six speed in the H3!!!

Originally Posted by XM DUDE

It appears to have the same 5.3 engine that is in my 07 Tahoe which means it could be made a flex fuel vehicle, and being the little power house with a V8 it will be a big hit commanding a premium price of no less than 50k.