Originally Posted by 66since71

Anybody know any details of the partnership with the gear manufacturer? I.e., was there any exchange of ownership interest? Was it an opportunity or a response to a financial or operational problem? (I suspect a little of both.)

You've got to admire that Shafi keeps pushing forward to improve the product, in spite of production delays. Hopefully the new partnership will improve that...

Harry

Originally Posted by SLWRNU

I guess I was one of the lucky ones as far as installing the TKO 600 in my 65. No problem with hitting the floor, fits great and the insulation is still in place. Shifting is, to me, precise and I like the feel. More precise than notchy. Yes there is a break-in period of about 500 miles and shifting will noticeably improve. And most important, it is in the car and I am actually DRIVING and enjoying my classic not waiting for some mysterious future delivery date.
Also consider potential servicing issues. Tremec's been around for years and can be serviced by any transmission shop. Not sure that will be the same for a one-of-a-kind trans like the RS 600.

Originally Posted by 60-vette

Fast Eddy
you made my day by showing your midyear Vette with the five speed during operation. I could have watched the video all day long. Thanks for sharing
Keep on vettin..

Originally Posted by Tom E.

Exactly. The Tremec TK600 conversion was hands down the best mod I've made in my '65. At highway speed, the RPM's went down from 3200 to 2100 at 70 mph, and the decibel level was also vastly lower. Much more pleasurable to drive.