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RAM QUICK FACTS

-Founded by John Norcia in Canton, Ohio in 1971. Relocated in Columbia, SC since 1983

-Family owned and now operated by sons, Mike and Pat Norcia

-Owners work closely with racing teams, particularly those in drag racing where, since 1987, Ram has brought success to dozens of teams at national level

-Complete in-house machining capabilities (6 CNC machines, 2 Blanchard grinders, 2 balancing tables)

-First to introduce the 3-paddle drag racing clutch with metallic pads (1972), which instantly eliminated all broken clutch hub troubles—a common failing at that time. -Patent obtained on 3-paddle design in 1974

-Pioneered and patented the Poly-Coil clutch hub spring (1978), which dramatically increased the capability and the life of the clutch center plate

-First to develop 6-1/4 inch circle track clutches – smaller diameter, quicker acceleration

-Introduced Carbon-Carbon friction technology to professional clutch systems in 1983, which gave racers a softer engagement off the starting line

-Introduced RAM Coupler for circle track racing in 1984. This unique product weighs 5 pounds and is 4 ¾ in diameter!

-Produces all flywheels, hydraulic bearings, and many small parts in-house

-Proprietary clutch covers for Mustang and LS applications mean consistent static pressures and uninterrupted delivery to customers

-Produces the only stand-driven Street Dual disc systems that allow the floater to drive positively off a stand, rather than depending on a strap. Better for higher hp applications.

-Ram billet racing clutch systems have been used by 13 of the last 15 IHRA Pro Stock champions, every ADRL Pro Stock Champion, every PDRA Pro Stock -Champion, NHRA Pro Mod and ADRL champion Mike Castellana, as well as NHRA Pro Mod champion Rickie Smith