Release Bearing Hyd GM / Ford Tremec Flat Face

The TILTON Release Bearing Hyd GM / Ford Tremec Flat Face (part number 60-6105) is a hydraulically-actuated throwout bearing engineered for bolt-on installation in high-performance manual transmission systems. This 6100-series bearing serves as the interface between the hydraulic clutch actuation system and the pressure plate, translating fluid pressure into consistent clamp-load disengagement across a wide range of engine speeds and loads. Built for compatibility with TILTON 8.5-inch through 11-inch diameter clutches, this bearing delivers the precision engagement and release cycles demanded in motorsports, high-output street performance, and specialty vehicle applications where factory clutch geometry cannot meet performance requirements.

The flat-face design minimizes pressure-plate wear and maximizes the available stroke window for clutch modulation. A 1.250-inch inner diameter accommodates the input shaft seal without bind, while the 3.03-inch overall length preserves OEM transmission bellhousing geometry. Braided stainless-steel hydraulic lines resist corrosion and vibration fatigue in underhood environments, critical for extended service life in vehicles exposed to salt air, moisture, or frequent thermal cycling. The bearing assembly is pre-bled and ready for system integration, reducing installation labor and minimizing the risk of air entrapment in the hydraulic circuit.

This release bearing is the preferred choice for engine-swap platforms, clutch upgrades, and racing applications where the hydraulic actuation system must function reliably across sustained high RPM operation and rapid engagement cycles. Drivers upgrading from single-disc to multi-disc clutch setups, or migrating from mechanical to hydraulic actuation, depend on TILTON's precision manufacturing to eliminate chatter, inconsistent bite points, and premature bearing wear. The throwout bearing hyd represents a critical foundation for predictable clutch control in turbocharged and naturally aspirated builds targeting both street and track duty.