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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: Sixgun]
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12/16/16 07:51 PM
12/16/16 07:51 PM
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Houston....we HAVE a tracking number....E body large retainer.
The beat goes on....
I'll make a full report as things develop, film at 11. Can we(I) ask a couple questions? What number were you on the list? And if you have a tracking number, I a assuming to already paid? How long ago did you pay your deposit? The answers may give us who are still waiting a clue as to the process. .
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: Ply72rr]
#2217980
12/20/16 07:52 PM
12/20/16 07:52 PM
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Sixgun
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Sorry, off the radar for a few days...I'm not on too much anymore, personal reasons.
I was indeed #48, and I completed my down payment earlier this year,
paid in full a couple of weeks ago.There were some slider issues that I had to wait to get resolved, and I was OK with that.All reports I have heard say this is the one you want.
I am no engineer, but the BEST 18 spline boxes I have had (many many 4 speed 440 cars)all rattled even with new bearings, and are a bit noisy at highway speed.They shift pretty good, but still clash if I yank 'em too fast.
The rollerized/tapered timken bearing stuff in the 855,the aluminum cases, the o-ring seals, the revised shifter arrangement all sound VERY promising.
Hope this is informative.
I'm 55 now, no time to waste. Not a week goes by that I don't hear about someone passing on.Let's get out there,smoke some tires,have a beer with a good friend,do what you have always wanted to do.I am pretty sure no one will ever say on their deathbed "gee I'm glad my life was calm and boring"
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: Sixgun]
#2218468
12/21/16 04:19 PM
12/21/16 04:19 PM
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NotRussia
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Sorry, off the radar for a few days...I'm not on too much anymore, personal reasons.
I was indeed #48, and I completed my down payment earlier this year,
paid in full a couple of weeks ago.There were some slider issues that I had to wait to get resolved, and I was OK with that.All reports I have heard say this is the one you want.
I am no engineer, but the BEST 18 spline boxes I have had (many many 4 speed 440 cars)all rattled even with new bearings, and are a bit noisy at highway speed.They shift pretty good, but still clash if I yank 'em too fast.
The rollerized/tapered timken bearing stuff in the 855,the aluminum cases, the o-ring seals, the revised shifter arrangement all sound VERY promising.
Hope this is informative.
So...you're #48 and you still don't have a trans. Sheesh.
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: JamiePasson]
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12/22/16 12:00 PM
12/22/16 12:00 PM
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Sugarloaf, PA. USA
JamiePasson
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Hello Everyone,
Let me try to address some issues I saw questions on.
First,
Our website and Email server was down for an entire week for a server migration that was supposed to take an hour. I'm not a techie so I didn't have control over that. Regarding the list. There is no possible way to go in the exact order of the list. Due to variations in configurations, it isn't possible. PLEASE keep that in mind.
Second,
If anyone has questions, call or email me to conform place on the list. I have always allowed this.
Third,
The last year of life has been without a doubt the most challenging on every front for me. This is why I have not been on this board in a long time. Quite honestly, other things have taken priority over this board. Some of you cannot accept that and this shows by some comments that are made on this board. I do not take them personally so, I have no ill will, but just please in the future, before you spout off the snide comments without considering things, just take a deep breath and think about whats going on.
Fourth,
Regarding the pop out condition, some early units had a problem. The method of testing used at that time, did not catch it. The sliders were redesigned to take care of this problem. We have had favorable results. This is why the testing procedure was completely changed and at this point, every unit is test run in a car to confirm proper function.
I want NOTHING more than to have a ton of happy customers so, believe me, We are doing our best to make sure that things get out of here as quickly as possible. We are finally making some headway. If anyone has an early unit this is having problems, let me know so that we can get any issues taken care of.
Jamie
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: JamiePasson]
#2219355
12/22/16 11:18 PM
12/22/16 11:18 PM
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Western Washington
Sixgun
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Hello Everyone,
Let me try to address some issues I saw questions on.
First,
Our website and Email server was down for an entire week for a server migration that was supposed to take an hour. I'm not a techie so I didn't have control over that. Regarding the list. There is no possible way to go in the exact order of the list. Due to variations in configurations, it isn't possible. PLEASE keep that in mind.
Second,
If anyone has questions, call or email me to conform place on the list. I have always allowed this.
Third,
The last year of life has been without a doubt the most challenging on every front for me. This is why I have not been on this board in a long time. Quite honestly, other things have taken priority over this board. Some of you cannot accept that and this shows by some comments that are made on this board. I do not take them personally so, I have no ill will, but just please in the future, before you spout off the snide comments without considering things, just take a deep breath and think about whats going on.
Fourth,
Regarding the pop out condition, some early units had a problem. The method of testing used at that time, did not catch it. The sliders were redesigned to take care of this problem. We have had favorable results. This is why the testing procedure was completely changed and at this point, every unit is test run in a car to confirm proper function.
I want NOTHING more than to have a ton of happy customers so, believe me, We are doing our best to make sure that things get out of here as quickly as possible. We are finally making some headway. If anyone has an early unit this is having problems, let me know so that we can get any issues taken care of.
Jamie
I want to step up and speak to what I personally know about all this. FACT: The Passon website and server were messed up awhile back.Jamie and I used other channels to keep in touch,there was no real 'blackout'and as always, he kept me in the loop.He was transparent with me from day one that the list number jumped all over based on which box was in production and which parts were in supply to build what unit. FACT: Jamie has ALWAYS responded to my PMs e-mails or FB messages. FACT: Although I do not know about other things our friend might be dealing with, it is no secret the 855 saga has been ridiculously stressful, time and dollar consuming, and Jamie is still trying hard to ramp up to full production, and get the boxes to the buyers and would be buyers.Part of this is things like the slider issue (solved) which he did NOT want to end up in our cars.Taking the time and trouble to install and run every unit in a vehicle demonstrates to me how serious this person is about giving me the absolute best unit humanly possible. FACT: I will say that Jamie is 100% a man of his word, and went above and beyond to get me my 855 in a timely manner and I will have zero reservations buying from him in the future. BTW MY 855 is here...My God this thing is beautiful.The machining is super clean, the shifter and all associated hardware is well built and solid...If she runs as good as she looks (and I have no doubt) I will have some great stories to tell.
I'm 55 now, no time to waste. Not a week goes by that I don't hear about someone passing on.Let's get out there,smoke some tires,have a beer with a good friend,do what you have always wanted to do.I am pretty sure no one will ever say on their deathbed "gee I'm glad my life was calm and boring"
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: Sixgun]
#2219382
12/22/16 11:52 PM
12/22/16 11:52 PM
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Back in NJ....
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Thanks Jamie for the complete update. 
Ed
EastCoast Land Yacht Assoc.
1967 Newport Conv: 440/4 speed
1969 GTX: 440/4 speed, TX9/TX9, A34, N96
1970 Super Bee: 383/4 speed, B5/B7
1970 Coronet RT: 440/4 speed, A34, N96
1970 Coronet RT: 440/auto, A36, N96
1970 Road Runner convertible: 383/4 speed TX9/D6XW
1970 GTX: 440+6/727, A32, N96
2001 Dodge 2500 HO CTD, 6 speed, 4x4 quad cab long bed
"The early bird may get the worm, but the 2nd mouse gets the cheese".
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: JamiePasson]
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12/23/16 02:12 AM
12/23/16 02:12 AM
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As much as I am a proponent of 6 speeds... I still think that it is awesome that you are making a transmission here in the USA. I am always trying to find Made in USA parts, tools etc. & its downright impossible sometimes to find quality stuff. Heck my Tremec trans is Hecho en Mexico! I have some idea of how hard it is to produce plastic `Cuda spoilers, but absolutely no idea of how difficult it is to bring a 5 speed trans into production, so my hats off to you sir! When your A-866 six-speed eventually comes out I will probably be trying to talk everyone into installing the new Tremec T57 7-speed trans, so go figure? haha! Good luck with the transmission and I hope you sell a ton of them! 
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: RylisPro]
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12/23/16 06:40 PM
12/23/16 06:40 PM
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When your A-866 six-speed eventually comes out I will probably be trying to talk everyone into installing the new Tremec T57 7-speed trans, so go figure? haha!
WTH are you talking about? You woke up from a dream or something?
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: relax383]
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12/24/16 04:50 PM
12/24/16 04:50 PM
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Hang in there Jamie. Still looking forward to getting one of your 5 speeds.
Brad X2
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: Sixgun]
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01/09/17 02:46 PM
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Houston....we HAVE a tracking number....E body large retainer.
The beat goes on....
I'll make a full report as things develop, film at 11. Anything to report yet? Maybe a photo of a real live A855....
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: Slimfish]
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01/09/17 04:48 PM
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Houston....we HAVE a tracking number....E body large retainer.
The beat goes on....
I'll make a full report as things develop, film at 11. Anything to report yet? Maybe a photo of a real live A855.... go to page 111 and you could see two of mine.....
68 cuda formula S 588" bb 5sp
70 CUDA CONVERT 500" 5SP (SUBLIME)
70 CUDA CONVERT 500" 5SP (PLUMCRAZY):TOO MUCH HORSEPOWER, IS ALMOST ENOUGH!
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: Old School]
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01/09/17 08:16 PM
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Houston....we HAVE a tracking number....E body large retainer.
The beat goes on....
I'll make a full report as things develop, film at 11. Anything to report yet? Maybe a photo of a real live A855.... go to page 111 and you could see two of mine..... I think that would be post #2058649 for those like myself who have a different post count per page in their "My stuff/Edit preferences. For example I'm on page 31 now.
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: Slimfish]
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01/15/17 01:38 AM
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Houston....we HAVE a tracking number....E body large retainer.
The beat goes on....
I'll make a full report as things develop, film at 11. Anything to report yet? Maybe a photo of a real live A855....
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Re: New Passon Performance 5 Speed update
[Re: Slimfish]
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01/15/17 01:41 AM
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Houston....we HAVE a tracking number....E body large retainer.
The beat goes on....
I'll make a full report as things develop, film at 11. Anything to report yet? Maybe a photo of a real live A855.... Today I just noticed the 3/8" fine thread holes on the shifter body for stop bolts! man, this guy thought of EVERYTHING!!!
Last edited by Sixgun; 01/15/17 01:43 AM.
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