Re: 1963 Dodge 330 Max Wedge

For the '64 models the A833 was listed in the brochure as being available for 383 and 426 models only with just the 2.66, 1.91 and 1.39:1 indirect ratios. Yet in the 'Stylebook', which was a document for the Engineering Department itemising and describing changes or developments in the cars, it states clearly that the 4-speed transmission was available for all V8 models.

On Sunday 19 May 2024 at 00:09:41 UTC+10 62-65-mail-list-club-Gary-H wrote:

Thanks Ray. That seems correct. I looked it up and the 1963 V8 T-10 gear ratio options were:

2.54 to 1
1.92 to 1
1.5 to 1
1 to 1

Optional T-10 ratios were available to order for a 361 or 383
2.20 to 1
1.66 to 1
1.31 to 1
1 to 1

There were no gear ratio numbers given for a Max Wedge so I assume T-10 was not available as a transmission option for that V8. By the way, I did not see the T-10 as an option behind a Slant 6 engine but did not look deeper.

Thanks,
Gary H.

> -------Original Message-------

> The Borg-Warner T10 4-speed was an option in 1963, one year only
> option prior to the release of the A833 in 1964 models. I don't know
> what models it might not have been available in Max Wedge cars.
>
> Ray
>
> On Saturday 18 May 2024 at 02:41:54 UTC+10 62-65-mail-list-club-Gary-H
> wrote:
>
> > Typo! "I guess he put in a FOUR speed manual at the same time" is
> > what I meant.
> >
> >> -------Original Message-------
> >> From: 62-65-mail-list-club-Gary-H
> >>
> >> Hi all,
> >>
> >> I saw that this 1963 Dodge 330 Max Wedge sold for $72,699
> > yesterday.
> >>
> >>
> >
> https://www.mecum.com/lots/1117080/1963-dodge-330-max-wedge-coupe/?aa_id=584839-0
> >
> >>
> >> The auction listing read "1 of only 162 Max Wedge 330s produced
> > for 1963" but also noted "Replacement 426/425 HP V-8 block installed
> > in period by the original owner." I guess he put in a 3 speed manual
> > at the same time. 1963 Max Wedge cars only offered a 3 speed manual
> > or TorqueFlite transmission option, afaik.
> >>
> >> Thanks,
> >> Gary H.
>
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