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RAM Clutches Nationals and Supporting the Stick Shift Community
We are just a few weeks away from what has become an annual event and highlight for us here at RAM Clutches. On September 13th and 14th, the RAM Clutches Nationals, put on by The Southeast Gassers Association, rolls into Knoxville Dragway. When ex-Pro Mod racer...
What in the World is Gear Rattle?
Gear rattle is a phenomenon that can often occur in modern-day transmissions. Today’s transmissions use a much lighter gear oil than, say, your old Muncie 4-speed, to improve gas mileage and drive train efficiency. Older gearboxes typically use heavy 80-90-weight...
Steel or Aluminum? Why Flywheel Selection is Important
We covered this topic a few years back, and we think it’s time for us to review and expand on it a bit. To better help you during the flywheel selection process, you must first understand what role the flywheel plays in overall clutch performance. The Flywheel’s...
What Goes Into Planning Our YouTube Videos?
Over the past six years, RAM has produced more than 110 YouTube videos. Topics range from commonly asked technical questions to new product introductions. We have even shot some pretty cool ‘hype’ videos featuring some of our customers' race cars and showing off...
Do It Right the First Time!
When you are doing a clutch replacement, it pays to make sure you do everything possible to ensure a successful installation that will last for years. This is definitely not the time to skimp out, only replace specific components, or not do the necessary checks and...
Use the RAM Tools at Your Disposal!
Answering your questions about RAM clutch options and technical topics has never been easier. Make sure you are utilizing the tools we are providing! Instruction Sheets Whether you need detailed instructions or just want to verify something on your install, the RAM...
What We Did While You Were at PRI and Other Year-End Tidbits
While we certainly miss seeing our friends at the PRI show each year, we have been very busy during this time! Last week, we shot footage for seven new videos coming in 2024, and we still have three more to shoot in the coming weeks. These will cover common...
How Do We Continue to Innovate Our Drag Racing Clutches?
The old saying is ‘necessity is the mother of invention.’ Never is this truer than in the world of manual transmission drag racing. At RAM, we do not sit still on our laurels for very long. As the stick shift world evolves, whether for class-style racing or...
Start Thinking About 2024 Now!
Maintenance, Updating & Upgrading Racing season is winding down, and you may be a little tired and ready for a break. You’re probably planning to roll the car into the shop corner, but this is a great time to disassemble and evaluate which areas need...
Why You Should Select an Engineered Clutch Package for Your Late Model Car
We’ve talked before about how we design and build clutch systems for today’s performance vehicles like Dodge Challenger, Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Corvette, and Camaro. It is critical to look at the existing clutch setup, then develop a package that makes the most...