Installing a RAM Clutches Hydraulic Clutch Release - Moment Of Release

Burcham slides on a few shims, according to the directions and the measurements that he took-just to be safe and verify RAM's suggestions.

The other half of the unit is slid on once the shims are in place.

A straightedge was used, and more measuring took place just to be sure the hydraulic clutch release was in the proper location.

The fluid lines are attached.

JPC's Steve Young ground down a portion of the bellhousing so a line clamp could be screwed in place.

The fluid lines are run through an existing hole in the bellhousing.

The bottom vent was enlarged and served as an inspection window.

Everything is complete, and the transmission is ready to be reinstalled.

This is the bleed line, which is conveniently placed in a factory tab on the transmission. Two people are needed to bleed the system, which is much like bleeding brakes. Open the bleeder valve, push your foot to the floor to get the air out, close the valve, pump the pedal, open the valve, pump the pedal again-repeat the process a total of four times or until you have sufficient pedal feel.

A ProCharger blower highlights the modifications to our test vehicle. The engine sees 12 psi of boost and benefits from Bassani midlength headers, an x pipe system, and after-cat exhaust. The fuel system is simple with 60-pound injectors, JPC dual fuel pumps, and an MSD Fuel Pump Booster. The drivetrain is mostly stock save for the 4.10 gears and a RAM clutch. The car generates 530 rwhp and 460 rwtq on JPC's chassis dyno.

Shifting was much cleaner and smoother thanks to the addition of a better hydraulic clutch bearing release from RAM. The pedal was a little more firm than stock, and it releases closer to the top.