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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 02:55 PM
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RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

Used for less than 500 miles on my new TKO600, removing it because the clearance is marginal (.030") on my new TKO and since i am pulling my engine, now is the time to make the swap.

I'm taking the tranny out Saturday so I can ship it Saturday or Monday via USPS Priority or UPS, you choose.

GM Hydraulic bearing assembly Including bleeder kit, utilizing the 1.375" transmission collar size, 1 3/4" Compressed length with .700 travel

New is $149.99 + shipping

Yours for $80 shipped


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Old Jan 26, 2009 | 03:24 PM
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Old Feb 16, 2009 | 06:54 AM
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Lower price $80 shipped

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Old Feb 19, 2009 | 05:32 AM
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 10:26 AM
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 05:46 PM
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Old Feb 26, 2009 | 10:43 AM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

do you still have this?
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Old Feb 26, 2009 | 10:48 AM
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Yes it is virtually unused
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Old Feb 26, 2009 | 11:06 AM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

would it work on a t5?
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Old Feb 26, 2009 | 11:29 AM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

I believe it will but I will have to look on the Ram Clutch web site this evening when I get back to my office. Or I can call Ram tech
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Old Feb 26, 2009 | 11:31 AM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

Well i have a howe hyd. TOB on my t5 now and just ordered a tko-600. I was just wondering why you didnt like it on your tremec?
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Old Feb 26, 2009 | 11:53 AM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

I overstroked it two different times which made it leak so I bought a new O ring kit for it and did not put it back in, since my engine is out I rebuilt my stock hydraulic slave and will go back to stock.

If you want to buy it let me know and I can reply tonight when I get back home.
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Old Feb 26, 2009 | 02:13 PM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

I wont have my transmission until next week. But ill let you know if my TOB doesn't work and ill take yours.
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Old Feb 26, 2009 | 03:17 PM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

Sounds Good its ready to go.
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Old Feb 28, 2009 | 01:05 PM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

Actual mileage, used for 185 miles!
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Old Mar 9, 2009 | 09:50 AM
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^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 02:47 AM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

Have you been using a stock pull-style clutch with that Howe TOB? I ask because it's something that I've been looking to do but the TOB looks like it's for a push-style clutch. I can't quite get my head around how it would work. Thanks,
Jon

Hmmm, wait a minute. Do I have this backwards?

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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 06:32 AM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

Originally Posted by Jonathan Dyer
Have you been using a stock pull-style clutch with that Howe TOB? I ask because it's something that I've been looking to do but the TOB looks like it's for a push-style clutch. I can't quite get my head around how it would work. Thanks,
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Hmmm, wait a minute. Do I have this backwards?

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This is used with a PUSH type clutch.

Still for sale.
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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 11:28 AM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

For an '84 Camaro it is push ? Pull type is '93-'97 ?
Also, I had a look at the installation instructions on Summit and they seem adamant that the master cylinder be a 3/4" bore. I've got the Mcleod adjustable MC ready to go in but it is 1".
Is the anything that could be done to keep from over extending the bearing?

Thanks,
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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 11:31 AM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

Yes, if you have a stock 1984 clutch Camaro it is a PUSH type Pressure plate.

What transmission do you have, stock?
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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 03:01 PM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

If you have the adjustable master cylinder you could probably adjust it according to feel and be ok. I used a Howe TOB on my t5 and am using the same one on my TKO. Im using the stock 89 master cylinder and the Centerforce DF clutch i have realeases about 1/2 travel of the pedal. And it is very little pedal effort compared to other cars and trucks ive driven. When my frinds get in to drive they think somethings wrong its so light. But yes to make a long answer short this should work with a stock clutch. And Bump for a GREAT TOB and GREAT DEAL!
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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 03:10 PM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

Originally Posted by heff17
If you have the adjustable master cylinder you could probably adjust it according to feel and be ok. I used a Howe TOB on my t5 and am using the same one on my TKO. Im using the stock 89 master cylinder and the Centerforce DF clutch i have realeases about 1/2 travel of the pedal. And it is very little pedal effort compared to other cars and trucks ive driven. When my frinds get in to drive they think somethings wrong its so light. But yes to make a long answer short this should work with a stock clutch. And Bump for a GREAT TOB and GREAT DEAL!
Actually, i used a clutch pedal stop on mine with a HOWE Slip on Hydraulic TOB for quite some time. I much prefer the feel of the Hydraulic-Slip on but decided to go back to stock after I popped the piston 2-times, I am sure that it just needed adjustment but I just don't want to deal with it anymore.

I know the mileage exactly because the TOB went in with the new TKO and there is a lube break in period of 500 miles, and I only went 185 miles before I pulled the engine for a rebuild and weather got cold.

my loss, some one's gain
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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 08:44 PM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

Yes i meant to put that into my post that you can fab up some kind of pedal stop to stop from over extending with the larger dia master cylinder
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Old Apr 14, 2009 | 09:37 AM
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Old Jun 18, 2009 | 11:29 AM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

do you still have it?
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Old Jun 18, 2009 | 11:31 AM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

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do you still have it?
Yes, it is boxed and ready to ship
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Old Jun 19, 2009 | 10:24 AM
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Old Jun 25, 2009 | 02:02 PM
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Old Jun 27, 2009 | 09:39 PM
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Re: RAM 78125 Slip on TOB

I am still interested, just trying to get some funds together. Ill let you know.
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Old Jun 29, 2009 | 10:57 AM
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I am still interested, just trying to get some funds together. Ill let you know.

Nobody is beating my door down to get it, just let me know.
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