1968 '340' Barracuda vs 1968 '383' Road Runner
In 1968,
You could purchase a set of 4.56 Gears w/Sure-Grip and complete in a #42 Case from Gratiot Auto Supply for $160.
A popular Gear Choice for Street/Strip cars in 1968.
Though a few guys opted for the 4.30's when they became available.
Match Race
1968 - 383 Road Runner {383/335 HP}
Shipping Weight = #3424 lbs.
Code 'H' {383/335 HP}
Gears = 3.91 Sure-Grip {Special Order Performance Axle}
Production = 45,035
Cost = $3200
versus
1968 Chevelle Malibu SS 396 {396/350 HP}
Shipping Weight = #3549 lbs.
Code #L-34 {396/350 HP}
Gears = 3.73 Posi {12-Bolt}
Production {L-34} = 12,481
Approximate Cost = $3400
In 1968,
You could purchase a set of 4.56 Gears w/Sure-Grip and complete in a #42 Case from Gratiot Auto Supply for $160.
A popular Gear Choice for Street/Strip cars in 1968.
Though a few guys opted for the 4.30's when they became available.
Match Race
1968 - 383 Road Runner {383/335 HP}
Shipping Weight = #3424 lbs.
Code 'H' {383/335 HP}
Gears = 3.91 Sure-Grip {Special Order Performance Axle}
Production = 45,035
Cost = $3200
versus
1968 Chevelle Malibu SS 396 {396/350 HP}
Shipping Weight = #3549 lbs.
Code #L-34 {396/350 HP}
Gears = 3.73 Posi {12-Bolt}
Production {L-34} = 12,481
Approximate Cost = $3400