Clutch Burners podcast Episode 44- Craig Liberty

1 h 29 min · 23 dec 2025

Beschrijving

The podcast episode features Craig Liberty, who discusses the history and innovations of Liberty's Gears. The conversation covers the controversy at PRI, the company's early days, manufacturing processes, and a comparison of TKO and TKX transmissions. The conversation delves into the enhanced design and features of a new transmission, including improved synchronizers, reduced leaks, and stronger mid-plate design. It also explores the availability of custom gear sets, simplified gear ratio options, and competitive pricing. Additionally, it discusses the clutch-assisted functionality, aftermarket gear sets, and the production and availability of the new transmission. The conversation covers topics such as racing and security, transmission technology, personal insights and memories, technology and racing, stick shift racing secrets, first pass in a stick car, and the influence of social media on car enthusiasts. Takeaways * Transmission Innovation * Company History Stronger and more reliable transmission design * Improved synchronizers and reduced leaks * Enhanced gear alignment and stronger mid-plate design * Improved shift quality and reduced gear failure * Compact design and weight reduction * Simplified gear ratio options and availability * Clutch-assisted transmission functionality * Custom gear set availability and lead time * Competitive pricing and market positioning Clutchless transmission technology * Stick shift racing secrets * Influence of social media on car enthusiasts Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Liberty's Gears * 07:08 Early Days of Liberty's Gears * 23:25 TKO vs. TKX Transmissions * 32:48 Enhanced Transmission Design * 38:02 Gear Ratios and Options * 43:09 Clutch-Assisted Functionality * 49:28 Aftermarket Gear Sets and Shafts * 57:50 Pricing and Market Positioning * 01:07:24 Clutch Sourcing and Convenience * 01:18:15 Personal Insights and Memories * 01:27:01 Stick Shift Racing Secrets