Originally Posted by OldSub
I know basically nothing about the New Venture transmissions. Do they support PTO?
Yes

I think I'd look into driving the hydraulics with an electric motor and then choose the transmissions that otherwise suits best.
Good idea

True highway speeds with that original rear really means finding that 4.10 gear set somewhere or installing an overdrive.

Depending on your speed and rpm something even faster than 4.10 may be necessary. What rpm do you want when traveling at what speed? http://www.onlineconversion.com/bigger_tires.htm

For add on overdrive units consider these:
http://www.gearvendors.com/
http://www.usgear.com/
http://www.high-impact.net/transmission_and_gear/rangeroverdrive.htm

Also, if you want to travel really fast some brake upgrades may be welcome. Dual circuit with a booster for sure.

Grigg


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