SBC SD1-2462R-12 Clutch Kit
Overview
Elevate your driving experience with the SBC SD1-2462R-12 Clutch Kit, crafted for versatility and performance. Tailored for gas-fueled vehicles, this kit features a variety of materials including organic, ceramic, and Kevlar, catering to different driving demands from daily use to extreme conditions. Each kit comes with a single disc, available in full face for smooth engagement or 6-paddle and 4-paddle for aggressive performance. Engineered for optimal fit with an 8.75-inch disc diameter and designed without the need for a flywheel, it's perfect for enhancing stock setups or supporting modified vehicles across stages 1 to 4. Choose South Bend Clutch for unmatched quality and performance, ensuring your vehicle runs at its best.
At South Bend Clutch, we understand the critical importance of choosing the right clutch for your vehicle, whether it's for daily driving, towing, racing, or heavy-duty applications. Our commitment to quality and innovation has positioned us as a leader in the clutch market, offering products designed to meet the specific needs of our customers. The SBC SD1-2462R-12 Clutch Kit embodies this commitment, offering a range of options to suit various driving styles and requirements.
The SBC SD1-2462R-12 Clutch Kit is engineered for vehicles with a gas fuel type, featuring an input spline of 28 and an input shaft diameter of 0.88 inches. The clutch disc diameter is 8.75 inches, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance for your vehicle. Our range of variants within this kit is specifically designed to cater to different stages and material preferences, including organic, ceramic, and Kevlar options, each offering distinct advantages depending on your vehicle's application and performance demands.
Our organic material option is perfect for drivers looking for a clutch that provides smooth engagement and reliability for daily driving or light towing. The ceramic option, on the other hand, is designed for vehicles that require higher heat resistance and increased performance, making it ideal for racing or heavy-duty applications. For those who demand the ultimate in durability and performance, our Kevlar option offers superior strength and longevity under the most demanding conditions.
Each variant in the SBC SD1-2462R-12 Clutch Kit includes a single clutch disc, with disc styles ranging from full face for smoother engagement to 6-paddle and 4-paddle for more aggressive engagement and higher torque capacity. Despite the high-performance capabilities of our clutches, the inclusion of a flywheel is not necessary, allowing for greater flexibility in tailoring the clutch setup to your specific needs.
The inclusion of a diaphragm-style pressure plate across all variants ensures consistent pressure across the clutch disc, enhancing the driving experience with smoother transitions and increased reliability. Moreover, every kit comes equipped with a throw-out bearing and alignment tool, facilitating a hassle-free installation process. This attention to detail reinforces our commitment to providing products that not only meet but exceed the expectations of our customers.
Choosing the right stage of clutch is crucial for optimizing performance and longevity. Our Stage 1 options are tailored for vehicles with mild modifications or for those looking to enhance their stock setup. Moving up to Stage 2 and 3, these options cater to more heavily modified vehicles, offering higher torque capacity and durability for more intense driving styles. Finally, our Stage 4 clutches are designed for the most extreme conditions, providing maximum holding power for vehicles with significant modifications.
At South Bend Clutch, we pride ourselves on our extensive research and development process, ensuring that every product we offer is of the highest quality and specifically designed to meet the diverse needs of our customers. Our clutches are tested under the most rigorous conditions, guaranteeing performance, durability, and reliability. This thorough approach to product development and testing ensures that when you choose a South Bend Clutch, you're not just getting a clutch, but a promise of quality and performance.
Our extensive network of dealers ensures that no matter where you are, you can easily find and purchase a South Bend Clutch product. This accessibility, combined with our unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, makes us a trusted partner in your vehicle's performance journey.
In summary, the SBC SD1-2462R-12 Clutch Kit offers a comprehensive solution for drivers seeking to enhance their vehicle's performance, whether it be for daily driving, towing, racing, or heavy-duty applications. With a variety of materials and stages to choose from, each variant is designed to provide optimal performance, durability, and reliability, ensuring that there is a South Bend Clutch option perfectly suited to your vehicle and driving needs. Trust South Bend Clutch for your next clutch upgrade and experience the difference in quality and performance that our products deliver.
Manufacturer Features
- Enhances your vehicle's performance with smooth gear transitions.
- Designed for durability, ensuring a longer lifespan for your clutch.
- Custom-fit for a wide range of automotive models and makes.
- Provides superior torque handling capability for high-performance vehicles.
- Reduces the risk of clutch slippage, improving safety and reliability.
- Expertly crafted to meet or exceed OEM specifications.
- Supports a variety of driving styles, from daily commuting to racing.
- Comes with a comprehensive warranty, guaranteeing satisfaction and peace of mind.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Spline | 28 |
| Input Shaft Diameter | 0.88 |
| Disc Diameter | 8.75 |
Variant Specifications and Manufacturer Part Numbers
| SKU | Manufacturer Part Number | Configuration | Specifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| SD1-2462R-12 | K70106-HD | Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus | Friction Material: Organic; Stage: Stage 1; Usage: Daily Plus; Disc Quantity: Single; Includes Flywheel: No; Clutch Stage: Stage 1; Hub Style: Sprung; Disc Style: Full Face; Pressure Plate Style: Diaphragm; Pressure Plate Modified: No |
| SD2-2462R-78 | K70106-HD-DXD-B | Ceramic / Stage 1 / Extreme | Friction Material: Ceramic; Stage: Stage 2; Usage: Extreme; Disc Quantity: Single; Includes Flywheel: No; Clutch Stage: Stage 2; Hub Style: Sprung; Disc Style: 6-paddle; Pressure Plate Style: Diaphragm; Pressure Plate Modified: No |
| SD2-2462R-12 | K70106-HD-O | Organic / Stage 2 / Daily Plus | Friction Material: Organic; Stage: Stage 2; Usage: Daily Plus; Disc Quantity: Single; Includes Flywheel: No; Clutch Stage: Stage 2; Hub Style: Sprung; Disc Style: Full Face; Pressure Plate Style: Diaphragm; Pressure Plate Modified: No |
| SD2-2462R-34 | K70106-HD-OCE | Organic/Ceramic / Stage 2 / Endurance | Friction Material: Organic/Ceramic; Stage: Stage 2; Usage: Endurance; Disc Quantity: Single; Includes Flywheel: No; Clutch Stage: Stage 2; Hub Style: Sprung; Disc Style: Full Face; Pressure Plate Style: Diaphragm; Pressure Plate Modified: No |
| SD3-2462R-78 | K70106-SS-DXD-B | Ceramic / Stage 3 / Extreme | Friction Material: Ceramic; Stage: Stage 3; Usage: Extreme; Disc Quantity: Single; Includes Flywheel: No; Clutch Stage: Stage 3; Hub Style: Sprung; Disc Style: 6-paddle; Pressure Plate Style: Diaphragm; Pressure Plate Modified: Yes |
| SD3-2462R-11 | K70106-SS-O | Organic / Stage 3 / Daily | Friction Material: Organic; Stage: Stage 3; Usage: Daily; Disc Quantity: Single; Includes Flywheel: No; Clutch Stage: Stage 3; Hub Style: Sprung; Disc Style: Full Face; Pressure Plate Style: Diaphragm; Pressure Plate Modified: Yes |
| SD3-2462R-45 | K70106-SS-TZ | Kevlar / Stage 3 / Sport | Friction Material: Kevlar; Stage: Stage 3; Usage: Sport; Disc Quantity: Single; Includes Flywheel: No; Clutch Stage: Stage 3; Hub Style: Sprung; Disc Style: Full Face; Pressure Plate Style: Diaphragm; Pressure Plate Modified: Yes |
| SD4-2462R-78 | K70106-SS-X | Ceramic / Stage 4 / Extreme | Friction Material: Ceramic; Stage: Stage 4; Usage: Extreme; Disc Quantity: Single; Includes Flywheel: No; Clutch Stage: Stage 4; Hub Style: Sprung; Disc Style: 4-paddle; Pressure Plate Style: Diaphragm; Pressure Plate Modified: Yes |
Warranty Coverage
South Bend Clutch, Inc. warrants that our clutches are free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. Our warranty provides coverage for 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the date of installation.
The obligation of South Bend Clutch, Inc. under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement, or credit at our discretion for any product found to be defective. We will not be liable for losses, damages, or injury to persons or property resulting from misuse or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty.
*** WE DO NOT COVER LABOR, NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE ***
Warranty Registration
To activate your warranty coverage, you must register your clutch through our online Warranty Hub within 30 days of purchase.
What You'll Need to Register:
- Proof of purchase (receipt or invoice showing purchase date and price paid)
- Vehicle information (year, make, model, VIN)
- Current odometer reading at time of installation
- Installer information (shop name, address, phone number)
- Part number of your South Bend Clutch product
Click here to Register Your Warranty
After registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with your warranty certificate number. You can check your warranty status anytime at warranty.southbendclutch.com/lookup.
Filing a Warranty Claim
If you experience an issue with your clutch during the warranty period, you can submit a claim through our Warranty Hub.
Claim Submission Requirements:
- Your warranty certificate number or the email used during registration
- Current odometer reading
- Description of the issue you're experiencing
- Photos of the affected parts (pressure plate, disc, flywheel)
- Photos showing the condition of related components
Our warranty team will review your claim and may request additional information or photos. South Bend Clutch, Inc. reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claims to determine whether the failure was due to a defect in material or workmanship.
Warranty Conditions
The Limited Warranty will NOT be valid under the following conditions:
- The product is NOT registered within thirty (30) days of purchase
- The product was purchased below our MAP price (see Pricing Policy below)
- The clutch was not installed by a certified or professional mechanic
- The flywheel was not replaced with new or properly resurfaced to specification
- The clutch has been altered, improperly installed, or damaged by accident, negligence, or misuse
- The transmission has failed or shows excessive wear
- The product is used for high performance and/or racing purposes for which it was not originally engineered
WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE – Coverage applies only to the original purchaser and vehicle.
Pricing Policy
We encourage you to shop around when buying our parts, but we do not allow discounts or price matching below our MAP prices (3% below our published retail price).
Important: Purchases made below MAP price are not eligible for warranty coverage. Your proof of purchase must show a qualifying purchase price.
Return Policy
No returned product for warranty, repair, or replacement will be accepted without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
To Obtain an RMA:
- If you purchased from an authorized dealer, contact them first to initiate the return process
- If you purchased directly from South Bend Clutch, call our warranty department at 1-800-988-4345
Once your claim is approved, you will receive an RMA number with shipping instructions for returning the defective parts.
Questions?
For warranty inquiries, contact our warranty department at warranty@southbendclutch.com or call 1-800-988-4345.
Manufacturer source: South Bend Clutch product page.