New Tremec transmission

[RUFdriver]

Love the old AHRA stuff, I have lots of fond memories from KCIR in the early 80s.
Concerning the new Tremec, the TKX seems like an improvement, I’m a little pissed they kept it so close to the vest. The 2-3 up shift issue probably is operator error in a number of cases, but when you see the upgrades to the TKX it gives you pause. Have there been any upgrades to the newer TKO 600s?

[Gaz64]

The gearshift selector finger only needs to have the corners chamfered off. Then it can't pick up two shift rails at the same time.
The end should be a circle with two flats.
That comment from Tremec about jamming into 3rd as the cause for gear failure is garbage. Clearly the reduced torque capacity from less than designed gear tooth contact width and the applied torque, is the cause.
Gary

[eschaider]

Originally Posted by Gaz64

The gearshift selector finger only needs to have the corners chamfered off. Then it can't pick up two shift rails at the same time.
The end should be a circle with two flats.
That comment from Tremec about jamming into 3rd as the cause for gear failure is garbage. Clearly the reduced torque capacity from less than designed gear tooth contact width and the applied torque, is the cause.
Gary

I couldn't agree more Gary. That kind of repeated customer service and behavior is what is so disappointing about the company. It is a pattern that disappointingly repeats all too often — which means it is not coincidental.


Ed