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but really, there is NO need to go above 80.


I have the need... I regularly cruise at 85-90 on the autobahn, and surpass 110 on occasion. Most areas with speed limits here vary between 60 and 80 mph, and then there are the areas without limits... Those areas will see cars cruising at 150+ mph. I'd get blown off the road (or worse, hit) going 75-80 mph during those stretches of highway.

87, 22RE, 4.10's, 31's.

Of course I need to list what's been done to facilitate this before I fluster the OP... 270/430 cam, 0.040 bore, OS valves, HV oil pump, EB water pump, steel rail timing set, gasket matched intake, and 2.25" exhaust from cat back with 50 series Flowmaster.

Exhaust is ALL the way back, as German Laws do not allow the exhaust to exit the side... Mine is squeezed between the trailer receiver bar and the bumper, bent down at a 30* angle (able to do that with a 3" BL).

I chose the Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revos for the rubber for their smooth ride, awesome grip on the pavement, and the fact that they are actually speed rated. Not a high speed rating, but I feel safer on a tire rated for 100 mph than a non-rated tire.

"A young man who does not have what it takes to perform military service is not likely to have what it takes to make a living." - John F. Kennedy

Proud owner of an 88 Montero (with a blown engine).