Pontiac Solstice Forum - View Single Post - gear ratio and accelaration with turbo kit

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Originally Posted by InfamousX

Does adding a turbo kit change your gear ratio at all or is it simply to accelerate faster?

Turbos have nothing to do with gear ration. They supply boost to the engine to increase horsepower. Gear ratios are altered via the transmission and gears in the differential.

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	Morfious Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Central NJ	Quote: Originally Posted by InfamousX Does adding a turbo kit change your gear ratio at all or is it simply to accelerate faster? Turbos have nothing to do with gear ration. They supply boost to the engine to increase horsepower. Gear ratios are altered via the transmission and gears in the differential. __________________ Mean GXP Delivered 1/30/2007 $MSRP +$2K My Stereo Install--> Ultimate AVIC D3 Install thread Team Solo Performance Team Solstice 2008 Pioneer Avic D3 - Nav System JL Audio ZR speakers, Alpine PDX 4.150 amplifier Solo Performance Street Race exhaust JPM custom center console, handles and shifter Painted dash and windshield surround Custom Valentine1 flush radar display Debadged rear lettering K&N Air Filter OZ Ultraleggera Wheels DDM Works Big Brake Kit