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[REGGAB]

So is there any difference between the two?  Does one do something the other doesn't?

[grc]

So is there any difference between the two?  Does one do something the other doesn't?

Henry,

Really, it's just two different ways to get to the same place.  The biggest difference, other than the reputation of the respective manufacturers, is that the SE 6-speed has a true overdrive ratio in 6th while the Baker DD6 is direct drive in 6th (1:1).  Direct drive is more efficient in transferring power, and quieter as well.  The final drive ratio's of both products is the same, since the Baker changes the primary gear ratio to achieve the "overdrive" affect, so the road speed vs rpm is the same.

Getting back to the original post of this thread, if the reason for changing the gearbox is to achieve a lower first gear for trailer towing without increasing top gear rpm, I would suggest the SE 6-speed, or better yet the original Baker 6-speed (OD6), coupled with a smaller compensator sprocket (24 tooth vs 25 stock).  Just order the wide ratio version of the gear set, which has the lowest first gear ratio (3.24 I think).  Give the folks at Baker a call, let them know what you are trying to accomplish, and they'll offer up their suggestion.

Jerry

[REGGAB]

Henry,

Really, it's just two different ways to get to the same place.  The biggest difference, other than the reputation of the respective manufacturers, is that the SE 6-speed has a true overdrive ratio in 6th while the Baker DD6 is direct drive in 6th (1:1).  Direct drive is more efficient in transferring power, and quieter as well.  The final drive ratio's of both products is the same, since the Baker changes the primary gear ratio to achieve the "overdrive" affect, so the road speed vs rpm is the same.

Getting back to the original post of this thread, if the reason for changing the gearbox is to achieve a lower first gear for trailer towing without increasing top gear rpm, I would suggest the SE 6-speed, or better yet the original Baker 6-speed (OD6), coupled with a smaller compensator sprocket (24 tooth vs 25 stock).  Just order the wide ratio version of the gear set, which has the lowest first gear ratio (3.24 I think).  Give the folks at Baker a call, let them know what you are trying to accomplish, and they'll offer up their suggestion.

Jerry

Jerry,
Now this is great information.  Thanks so much.  I never knew there were two different Bakers, but that OD6 sounds like the schizzle.  Trying to plan my winter mods.  Very much appreciate your input.  Thanks.

Henry

[mr_magoo]

I think baker still makes a couple of different 6 speeds.

[REGGAB]

I think baker still makes a couple of different 6 speeds.

Would those be the ones grc mentions above:  the original OD6 and the DD6?  The guys at Rod's Performance talk 'em up awful big.  I suppose I need to do side-by-side comparison rides one right after the other, BUT..........since Rod thinks alot of them, and since he did such an awsome job on my engine tune, I'm inclined to go on his word alone.

[hogasm]

Would those be the ones grc mentions above:  the original OD6 and the DD6?  The guys at Rod's Performance talk 'em up awful big.  I suppose I need to do side-by-side comparison rides one right after the other, BUT..........since Rod thinks alot of them, and since he did such an awsome job on my engine tune, I'm inclined to go on his word alone.

If I were to buy one of the two it would be the OD6..At least then you can change the primary gearing if you desire to.

[Unbalanced]

OD6 with Tall first and 2nd gear (R2 Gearing) with the .080 6th gear.  Works well.