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    hey guys just a quick question now i know the SI tranny is better then the 5spd tranny from the 88-91 Si's. is the non si just a longer geared tranny or what i have not gotten to actually drive a ef on either. thanks
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    The DX 5 speed has the same gear ratios as the Si, but the final drive ratio is different. Thus, making the Si transmission shorter.

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    so if i was going to boost a zc which would you do the si or the dx?
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    dx unless you're trying to take it to 300mph then a hf tranny LOL

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    I agree with Dare. You won't need the help in acceleration that the Si tranny would give.

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