Turbo Action
Turbo Action: Racing Performance Parts Built to Win
Founded in Jacksonville, Florida, Turbo Action has spent more than five decades earning a reputation as one of the most trusted names in American drag racing and high-performance automotive components. Turbo Action manufactures precision racing applications for both the automotive and marine markets, serving drivers of street rods, hot rods, sport trucks, speed boats, and street performance cars who demand reliability under the most punishing conditions.
The brand's legacy is rooted in the transmission world. From valve bodies and lightweight torque converters to transbrakes and aluminum clutch drums, Turbo Action has consistently pushed the boundaries of what performance drivetrain components can deliver on the strip and on the street. Their product engineering reflects a deep understanding of what racers need: positive engagement, repeatable performance, and durability that holds up lap after lap.
The Legendary Cheetah SCS Shifter
Perhaps no Turbo Action product is more iconic than the Cheetah SCS (Shift Command System) Shifter, introduced in March 1982. Widely regarded as one of the finest automatic racing shifters ever produced, the Cheetah SCS features precise touch-command gating, a two-finger reverse lockout, and a safety park function that ensures the unit stays firmly in gear. An integral control switch can be wired to activate a transbrake, staging device, or nitrous system, making it a true all-in-one command center for performance driving. The Cheetah SCS is available for a wide range of popular transmissions, including GM Turbo-Hydramatic, Ford C4/C6, and Chrysler Torqueflite units.
Completing the Cheetah ecosystem is a full line of supporting components. Turbo Action's Neutral Safety Switches are engineered specifically for the Cheetah SCS platform, meeting sanctioned dragstrip requirements and providing a critical safety layer between driver and drivetrain. Shift lever hardware rounds out the package: Turbo Action's Manual Transmission Shifter Lever Kits are designed to connect most popular brand shifters to the transmission shaft with minimal hassle, while the brand's Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Assemblies and individual Automatic Transmission Shift Levers ensure correct alignment of gear selection — a detail that can mean the difference between a clean pass and costly transmission damage.
Why Racers Trust Turbo Action
What sets Turbo Action apart is their singular focus on the demands of competitive and high-performance driving. Every product in their lineup — from the simplest shift lever to a complete transmission build — is designed with precision and built to withstand the stress of intense, repeated use. Their components have been proven on sanctioned dragstrips across the country, and their reputation for quality has made them a go-to brand for racers who cannot afford drivetrain surprises at speed.
- Over 50 years of racing heritage based in Jacksonville, Florida
- Engineered for automotive and marine performance applications
- Comprehensive shifter ecosystem including levers, safety switches, and accessories
- Compatible with GM, Ford, and Chrysler transmission families
- Proven on sanctioned dragstrips and in high-performance street builds