Tom West’s Honda S2000 stormed the TREMEC Stick Shift Shootout at the 2025 Sick on the Green drag race event, overwhelming the field and taking home the shootout title. No ordinary Honda S2000, Tom’s car has a twin-turbocharged LS3 backed back a TREMEC Magnum 6-speed transmission. Read More “Tom West’s TREMEC Equipped Honda S2000”
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Racing a TREMEC at Le Mans with Dederichs Motorsports
Photos courtesy of Ford
Le Mans. It’s one of the legendary races in car culture. It’s only fitting that the Ford Mustang – another legend in the automotive world – recently had its day in the sun on this racing circuit. And Joe Dederichs of TREMEC Elite Distributor Dederichs Motorsports was there, on the track with his Ford Mustang Dark Horse R. Read More “Racing a TREMEC at Le Mans with Dederichs Motorsports”
Clutch Pedal Solutions When Converting to a TREMEC Manual Transmission
When converting from an automatic transmission to a TREMEC manual transmission, one of the items to address is installing a clutch pedal where there used to be only a brake pedal.
For older cars and trucks that had a manual transmission option from the factory, you have multiple options. One option is to hunt swap meets, eBay or local salvage yards for the manual transmission version of your vehicle and snag its clutch pedal assembly and related parts. Another is to buy an bolt-in assembly from a TREMEC Elite Distributor if there is a system available for you make and model of vehicle. And one other option is to adapt a custom solution such as a universal pedal assembly or one designed for racing applications. Read More “Clutch Pedal Solutions When Converting to a TREMEC Manual Transmission”
Snopek Kustoms Built TREMEC-Equipped Classic 1932 Ford Coupe
Using an original 1932 Ford coupe body, Matt Snopek built his version of the classic American hot rod with design subtly that keeps you coming back for more looks at this beautiful machine. He only departed from era-correct design and equipment in one area – the 5-window has a TREMEC TKX 5-speed transmission for reliability and driveability.
It all started in 2015, when Matt bought the coupe body, a DeSoto Hemi and a custom built chassis for it from the shop where he was employed. Read More “Snopek Kustoms Built TREMEC-Equipped Classic 1932 Ford Coupe”
TREMEC Equipped Cars of the 2025 Detroit Autorama
For 72 years the Detroit Autorama has hosted some of the greatest custom cars and trucks ever built. From the vehicles competing for the prestigious Ridler Award to the rest of the show, there’s always a great variety of TREMEC-equipped vehicles to enjoy. Read More “TREMEC Equipped Cars of the 2025 Detroit Autorama”
TREMEC Aftermarket Manual Transmission Gear Ratios
The gear ratios in TREMEC manual 5- and 6-speed transmissions to give customers maximum flexibility when paired with a wide array of engines. There are even are optional gear sets for the TKX 5-speed and Magnum 6-speed transmissions, providing even more optimization possibilities for car builders to better match the ratios for their vehicle use and engine power curve. Read More “TREMEC Aftermarket Manual Transmission Gear Ratios”
Red River Customs Tribute to Drag Racing Legend Shirley Muldowney
The Red River Customs Cha-Cha Nova was unveiled at the 2024 SEMA Show as car #1 of a 25-car series tribute to drag racing pioneer and legend Shirley Muldowney. Built from original and full restored Chevrolet Nova bodies, only 25 will be built on a first come first served basis. The paint scheme was designed by Red River Customs using Axalta Switchblade Silver (mix tweaked by Red River Customs) and Tropical Glitz Sparkling Berry paint. This Cha-Cha Nova, number 01, will be available for purchase on January 25th at the 2025 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction in Arizona. Read More “Red River Customs Tribute to Drag Racing Legend Shirley Muldowney”
Comparing TREMEC TKX and T-5 5-Speed Transmissions
The TREMEC TKX 5-speed transmission has quickly become a popular choice in the muscle car, street truck and late model car/truck world. But some people think it’s simply a slightly upgraded version of the venerable TREMEC T-5. In reality, it has more in common with its larger brother, the Magnum 6-speed. We thought it would be useful to show how the TKS really compares to the original 5-speed workhorse, the T-5. Read More “Comparing TREMEC TKX and T-5 5-Speed Transmissions”
Which Manual Transmission is Best for My Build – TREMEC TKX 5-Speed or Magnum 6-Speed?
To 5-speed or to 6-speed, that is the question when looking at the different TREMEC manual transmission options to put in your car or truck. How do you choose?
The TREMEC TKX 5-speed transmission with its smooth, precise shifting and small case has become the go-to for classic muscle cars and trucks. It is also finding its way into a lot of late-model and racing vehicles as a smaller, lighter and more economical option. Read More “Which Manual Transmission is Best for My Build – TREMEC TKX 5-Speed or Magnum 6-Speed?”
Who Will Be the First-Ever TREMEC Stick Shift Shootout Champion?
The 2024 NMRA World Finals will see a new first: the manual transmission drag racing world will have its first-ever official TREMEC Stick Shift Shootout season champion! Read More “Who Will Be the First-Ever TREMEC Stick Shift Shootout Champion?”