Make sure to chose your rear axle ratio to do what you want the T5 transmission and inline to accomplish.
Some think that 2,000-ish RPM at 60 MPH is a smart thing to do because it keeps the engine from screaming.
That is a mistake in my opinion (as well as others who have done it that way). These engines perform best and get the best gas mileage at 60 MPH at 2,400-2800 RPM. A vacuum gauge will confirm this.


1952 5-window - return to "as built" condition | 1950 3100 with a 235 and a T-5 transmission