The Stovebolt Site Forums The Shop Area Driveline Getting ready for a T5 purchase, have a few questions

Thanks for your ideas.
In the 1959 235, the max torque (217 ft pounds) was reached at 2000 rpm. In some year's models, the max torque of the 235 wasn't reached until 2400 rpm or maybe a bit above that. I'm rebuilding the engine at this point, also. I've been thinking anything around 2000 rpm or slightly above should be reasonable. Were you folks thinking otherwise and if so, why? To this point I've been concentrating more on the overall 1st gear ratio. Most people have told me anything over 9 for an engine like the 235 should be ok...higher if you plan on pulling trailers or carrying loads. Do you agree on this?
Jon