Does anyone know the difference between the two transmissions? What is the extra gear for on the 4 speed? is it a granny 1st gear or is it just move gears to get to 1:1 fourth gear?
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I think it was simply a granny low for first. My 7E spec book says that first in 3 sp was 3.34. First in the 4sp was 6.40.
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Yes, a granny gear. Also, the T9 4-speed box has no synchros in it. Crash box. The T90/T86 3-speed has synchros on 2nd and 3rd.Gord Richmond, within Weasel range of the Alberta BadlandsComment
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The other thing is the majority of Studebaker 3-speeds were overdrive. This made them a four or five speed transmission and by far the preferable transmission in a light truck.
The T9 crash box is difficult for most newcomers to master. I grew up with them and wouldn't care to ever own another.
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Thanks for the answers, helps alotComment
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Originally posted by PackardV8 View Post
Crash box? No thanks! I like my synchros in at least 2nd gear up..............--------------------------------------
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