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Top Reasons to Use a RAM Concept 10.5 Dual Disc for Dodge Challenger Upgrades
How should you select a dual disc for a Dodge Challenger clutch upgrade? Let’s just say size does matter. And that’s why you should look at some features of the RAM Concept 10.5. The Concept 10.5 includes all of the features of our popular Force 10.5 dual disc and...
Do You Want Quality or Do You Want Cheap?
There is nothing wrong with looking for a bargain. Certain things we purchase might not matter if it is name brand or generic. If I have to do a quick job in the garage and need a tool that will only get used once, I might opt for the ‘discount house’ tool. But if...
We Are Only as Good as the Information You Give Us
Recommending a clutch system for a specific application is not as simple as it seems. We've talked many times before about all of the essential factors in selecting a clutch. While it is important that you send the most important details to us, it's just as...
How Was 2022 for You?
It is hard for me to believe that this installment of the RAM blog is our 40th since we began writing them in 2019! I am glad many of these articles are often accessed and continue providing valuable insight and technical support. Reflecting on 2022, I am very...
Don’t Neglect Year-End Clutch Maintenance
So, you have made it successfully through another season of racing. Are you going to put the car in the corner of the shop and forget about it until spring? We sure hope not! Now is the time to inspect your clutch to see if any refurbishing or replacement is...
What Should You Look for When Choosing an Installer?
We receive numerous questions on our tech line or with the E-Tech form about installers and installation. Here are three commons themes: A customer asks for a recommendation on an installer for their clutch system. We get a call because there’s a problem with a...
Is the Dodge Challenger Market Slipping Through Your Fingertips?
If you are like me, your daily commute probably has you seeing multiple Gen 3 Dodge Challengers running up and down the road. These cars come in many configurations, from V6 to the basic V8 R/T up to high horsepower Hellcat and Demon versions. Go to any local car...
The Ideal Measurement for RAM Hydraulic Bearings
Part 2 – Aftermarket Bearings Last month we discussed the importance of properly setting up the factory internal hydraulic bearing with your new clutch system. The few extra minutes it takes to measure and set up these bearings correctly is just as important...
Why It’s Important to Measure During Hydraulic Bearing Installation
Part 1 – Factory Hydraulics It used to be pretty easy to do a clutch change with mechanical release mechanisms. Simply grind the flywheel, install the new clutch, then re-adjust your linkage to position the release bearing for proper release and pedal position, and...
When is Centrifugal Clutch Pressure Effective?
Centrifugal clutch pressure, or ‘counterweights,’ can be a tremendous aid to achieving the optimum clutch combination for high power drag racing applications. In racing situations, some ‘slip’ is required on the initial launch, and the clutch needs to be progressively...