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binner Fahrvergnugen

981 posts · joined Jan 2010 ·

#995354
ok, so i just purchased a 72 TLE auto fastback in really nice shape. I have never owned an auto before so my question is..will an auto handle a boost in engine displacement to 1776 or am i pushing it too much....

and if i remember they are like a semi automatic whereby you still have to change gears, is that correct?

cheers,
binner
71 SQ

1303Steve Scirocco Rare

8,650 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#995368
Type 3 is full auto so they self shift, they will handle lots of power as long as its in good condition

binner Fahrvergnugen

981 posts · joined Jan 2010 ·

#995405
1303Steve wrote:Type 3 is full auto so they self shift, they will handle lots of power as long as its in good condition
thanks mate....wasn't sure about the gearbox.
71 SQ

matberry Moderator Go hard or go home

8,114 posts · joined Mar 2006 ·

#995416
Yep, the auto is strong and can be made really strong. I have built a 2442 that runs through an auto and as long as a mild cam is used for a good vacuum signal, the auto responds well
Matt Berry Motorsports...air cooled advice, repairs and mods Ph 0408 704 662
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vlad01 Compulsive Aussie Vee Dubber

4,270 posts · joined Jun 2010 ·

#995554
They make good drag racing boxes. strong!

71 notchback,
Past owner of, 70 NB, 73 SB and 72 FB TLE

split Commited Dubber

71 posts · joined Sep 2011 ·

#996352
What would a type 3 auto be like in the sand ?

matberry Moderator Go hard or go home

8,114 posts · joined Mar 2006 ·

#996357
Performance Upholstery wrote:What car is that mr berry???
It's a type 3 auto in a trike Mick, a fast trike.
Matt Berry Motorsports...air cooled advice, repairs and mods Ph 0408 704 662
OFF-ROAD,CIRCUIT,DRAG,STREET,ENDURANCE