I have a car with 373 gears in it and a 4 speed transmission. At 65 MPH it runs at 3200 rpm. Will driving this occasionally at this rpm for a two hour trip hurt the motor? Or should I look at a 5 speed transmission?

Asked by Earle Sep 30, 2014 at 12:10 PM about the 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop Sport Coupe RWD

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Motor is a modified 350 CI

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ratquick answered 10 years ago

all you need to do is put a taller tire on it...ok

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