SBC Clutch Kit for 1969-1979 Ford F-100 5.0L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles
Overview
Upgrade your driving experience with the South Bend Clutch SBC SD1-2257R-12 Clutch Kit! Tailored for both daily driving and enhanced performance needs, this kit offers unparalleled versatility across different driving conditions. Featuring a choice of organic, ceramic, or Kevlar friction materials, it caters to various performance requirements from smooth engagement to high torque capacity. Available in Stage 1 for daily plus and extreme driving, or Stage 2 for sport and aggressive use, each kit includes a single disc with options for full face or 6-paddle styles for optimal engagement. South Bend Clutch kits are engineered for durability, reliability, and peak performance, ensuring a superior driving experience without compromising on quality. Perfect for drivers who demand more from their vehicles, choose South Bend Clutch for your next upgrade.
South Bend Clutch is a renowned name in the automotive industry, offering a wide range of high-quality clutch kits designed to meet the specific needs of drivers and their vehicles. The SBC SD1-2257R-12 Clutch Kit exemplifies this commitment to excellence, providing superior performance, durability, and reliability for a diverse array of driving applications. Whether you are looking for an upgrade for your daily driver or need a robust clutch system for your performance vehicle, South Bend Clutch has the solution.
Engineered to enhance the driving experience and maximize the performance of your vehicle, the SBC SD1-2257R-12 Clutch Kit is crafted with precision and care. Each component is designed to work harmoniously, delivering smooth engagement, improved drivability, and the strength to handle high torque applications. Our clutch kits are the result of extensive research, development, and testing, ensuring they meet the rigorous standards of South Bend Clutch and the expectations of our customers.
The SBC SD1-2257R-12 Clutch Kit includes a variety of features designed to provide optimal performance across different driving conditions. The kit is available in several configurations, including options for friction material, stage, and usage level. This variety ensures that whether you're navigating city streets, cruising on the highway, or pushing your vehicle to its limits on the track, there's a South Bend Clutch kit that's perfectly suited to your needs.
Features and Benefits
The primary feature of the SBC SD1-2257R-12 Clutch Kit is its versatility, offering options for organic, ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials. Each material provides unique benefits:
- Organic: Ideal for daily driving and moderate performance applications, organic friction material offers smooth engagement and excellent drivability.
- Ceramic: Designed for high-performance applications, ceramic friction material provides superior heat resistance and increased torque capacity.
- Kevlar: Offering a balance between longevity and performance, Kevlar friction material is durable and capable of handling a wide range of driving demands.
The clutch kits are available in Stage 1 and Stage 2 configurations, allowing drivers to choose the level of performance that best suits their vehicle and driving style. Stage 1 is tailored for daily driving with occasional spirited use, offering enhanced performance over stock clutches without sacrificing drivability. Stage 2 is designed for more aggressive driving and performance applications, providing increased torque capacity and durability for those who demand more from their vehicle.
Each kit includes a single disc, with options for full face or 6-paddle disc styles. The full face disc offers smooth engagement and is well-suited for daily driving and moderate performance use. The 6-paddle disc, on the other hand, is designed for more aggressive applications, providing quicker engagement and higher torque capacity.
South Bend Clutch kits are designed with the driver in mind, incorporating features that enhance the installation and use of our products. These features include a diaphragm pressure plate style for consistent pedal feel, sprung hub-style to reduce drivetrain shock during engagement, and inclusion of necessary components such as throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing made of durable steel. Each of these elements is carefully chosen to ensure the highest quality and performance of our clutch kits.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
When you choose a South Bend Clutch kit, you're not just getting a product; you're investing in decades of expertise, innovation, and commitment to quality. Our clutch kits are the result of meticulous design and rigorous testing, ensuring they deliver unmatched performance, reliability, and value. Here's why South Bend Clutch stands out in the automotive industry:
- Expertise: With years of experience in the automotive industry, South Bend Clutch has developed a deep understanding of what drivers need and want from their clutch system. We leverage this expertise to design and manufacture clutch kits that meet the highest standards of performance and quality.
- Quality Materials: We use only the highest quality materials in our clutch kits, ensuring they offer superior performance and durability. Whether it's organic, ceramic, or Kevlar friction material, you can trust that your South Bend Clutch kit is built to last.
- Innovative Design: Our clutch kits are engineered with the latest technology and innovative features that enhance performance and drivability. From our pressure plate designs to our disc styles, every component is optimized for maximum efficiency and reliability.
- Comprehensive Solutions: South Bend Clutch offers a wide range of clutch kits to suit various driving styles, performance needs, and vehicle applications. Whether you're looking for a clutch for daily driving, towing, or racing, we have a solution that fits your requirements.
- Customer Support: Our commitment to our customers extends beyond our products. We offer exceptional customer support, providing expert advice, installation guidance, and after-sales service to ensure your complete satisfaction with your South Bend Clutch kit.
In the evolving world of automotive performance, South Bend Clutch continues to lead the way with innovative clutch solutions that cater to the demands of modern drivers and their vehicles. The SBC SD1-2257R-12 Clutch Kit is a testament to our dedication to quality, performance, and customer satisfaction. Whether you're upgrading from a stock clutch or seeking a high-performance solution for your vehicle, South Bend Clutch offers the reliability, performance, and peace of mind you need to drive confidently and enjoyably.
Manufacturer Features
- Enhance your vehicle's performance with our premium quality clutches and clutch kits.
- Designed for durability and reliability, ensuring your vehicle operates at its best.
- Suitable for a wide range of automotive vehicles with manual transmissions.
- Experience smoother gear shifts and improved driving experience.
- Our products are rigorously tested to meet strict quality standards.
- Easy installation process allows you to upgrade your vehicle's clutch system with confidence.
- Benefit from the expertise of South Bend Clutch, specialists in the field.
- Dedicated customer support to assist you with product selection and installation queries.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Spline | 10 |
| Input Shaft Diameter | 1.06 |
| Disc Diameter | 11 |
Variant Specifications and Manufacturer Part Numbers
| SKU | Manufacturer Part Number | Configuration | Specifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| SD1-2257R-12 | K07027A-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 |
| SD2-2257R-78 | K07027A-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 |
| SD2-2257R-12 | K07027A-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 |
| SD2-2257R-45 | K07027A-HD-TZ | Kevlar / Stage 2 / Sport | Friction Material: Kevlar; Stage: Stage 2; Usage: Sport; 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 |
Manufacturer OE Vehicle Data
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 Ford F-100 5.0L Diesel | 2WD | ZF S6-650 | Solid Mass | ||
| 1975 Ford F-150 5.0L Diesel | 2WD | ZF S6-650 | Solid Mass | ||
| 1974 Ford F-250 5.0L Diesel | 2WD | ZF S6-650 | Solid Mass | ||
| 1972 Ford F-350 5.0L Diesel | 2WD | ZF S6-650 | Solid Mass | ||
| 1975 Ford E-100 Econoline 5.0L Diesel | 2WD | - | Solid Mass | ||
| 1975 Ford E-150 Econoline 5.0L Diesel | 2WD | - | Solid Mass | ||
| 1975 Ford E-250 Econoline 5.0L Diesel | 2WD | - | Solid Mass | ||
| 1975 Ford E-350 Econoline 5.0L Diesel | 2WD | - | Solid Mass | ||
| 1968 Ford Mustang 5.0L Diesel | RWD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass | ||
| 1971 Ford Maverick 5.0L Diesel | RWD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass | ||
| 1968 Ford Torino 5.0L Diesel | RWD | Muncie M21 | Solid Mass | ||
| 1968 Ford Fairlane 5.0L Diesel | RWD | Muncie M21 | Solid Mass | ||
| 1968 Ford Falcon 5.0L Diesel | RWD | Muncie M21 | Solid Mass | ||
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino 5.0L Diesel | RWD | Muncie M21 | Solid Mass | ||
| 1968 Ford Ranchero 5.0L Diesel | RWD | Muncie M21 | Solid Mass |
Manufacturer Vehicle Compatibility
| Year | Make | Model | Sub Model | Engine | Fuel Type | Aspiration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 | Ford | F-100 | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 | Ford | F-150 | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 | Ford | F-350 | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1974, 1977, 1978 | Ford | F-250 | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | Bronco | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | E-100 Econoline | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | E-100 Econoline | Base | 4.9L | None | None |
| 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | Base | 4.9L | None | None |
| 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | Base | 4.9L | None | None |
| 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | E-350 Econoline | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | E-350 Econoline | Base | 4.9L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | F-100 | Base | 4.9L | None | None |
| 1977 | Ford | F-150 | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | F-150 | Base | 4.9L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | F-250 | Base | 4.9L | None | None |
| 1966, 1977 | Ford | F-350 | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | F-350 | Base | 4.9L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977 | Ford | Ranchero | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1977 | Ford | Ranchero | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 | Ford | F-100 | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 | Ford | F-100 | Base | 5.9L | None | None |
| 1975, 1976 | Ford | F-150 | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1975, 1976 | Ford | F-150 | Base | 5.9L | None | None |
| 1974, 1975, 1976 | Ford | F-250 | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1974, 1975, 1976 | Ford | F-250 | Base | 5.9L | None | None |
| 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 | Ford | F-350 | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 | Ford | F-350 | Base | 5.9L | None | None |
| 1972, 1976 | Ford | P-350 | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 | Ford | P-350 | Base | 4.9L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975 | Ford | E-100 Econoline | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1975 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1975 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1975 | Ford | E-350 Econoline | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1963, 1964, 1965, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | Country Sedan | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1963, 1964, 1965, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | Country Squire | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | Custom 500 | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | E-100 Econoline | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | E-200 Econoline | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | E-200 Econoline | Base | 4.9L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | E-200 Econoline | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | E-300 Econoline | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | E-300 Econoline | Base | 4.9L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | E-300 Econoline | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | F-100 | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1974 | Ford | F-250 | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | F-350 | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | Galaxie 500 | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | Gran Torino | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | Gran Torino | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | LTD | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1974 | Ford | M-450 | Base | 5.9L | None | None |
| 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | Maverick | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1965, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | Ranch Wagon | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | Torino | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Ford | Torino | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Mercury | Cougar | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Mercury | Montego | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 | Mercury | Montego | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1973 | Ford | M-400 | Base | 5.9L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973 | Ford | Mustang | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973 | Ford | Mustang | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1971, 1972, 1973 | Mercury | Colony Park | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1971, 1972, 1973 | Mercury | Marquis | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1971, 1972, 1973 | Mercury | Monterey | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972 | Ford | Country Squire | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972 | Ford | Custom | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972 | Ford | Custom 500 | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972 | Ford | Custom 500 | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1970, 1971, 1972 | Ford | Galaxie 500 | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972 | Ford | LTD | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972 | Ford | P-350 | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 | Ford | Country Sedan | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1971 | Ford | Country Sedan | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1963, 1964, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 | Ford | Country Squire | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 | Ford | Custom | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1964, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 | Ford | Custom 500 | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 | Ford | Galaxie 500 | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 | Ford | LTD | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 | Ford | Ranch Wagon | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 | Ford | Ranch Wagon | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 | Ford | Ranch Wagon | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970, 1971 | Mercury | Cyclone | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 | Ford | Country Sedan | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1965, 1969, 1970 | Ford | Fairlane | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970 | Ford | Fairlane | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970 | Ford | Falcon | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 | Ford | P-350 | Base | None | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 | Mercury | Colony Park | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1969, 1970 | Mercury | Cougar | Boss 302 | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 | Mercury | Cyclone | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1969, 1970 | Mercury | Marauder | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969, 1970 | Mercury | Marquis | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 | Mercury | Monterey | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 | Ford | Fairlane | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1969 | Ford | Falcon | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1967, 1968, 1969 | Ford | Mustang | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1967, 1968, 1969 | Ford | Ranchero | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969 | Ford | Torino | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 | Mercury | Comet | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1969 | Mercury | Comet | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1967, 1968, 1969 | Mercury | Cougar | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969 | Mercury | Cyclone | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1968, 1969 | Mercury | Montego | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1966, 1967, 1968 | Ford | Bronco | Base | 4.7L | None | None |
| 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 | Ford | Thunderbird | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 | Mercury | Commuter | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1968 | Mercury | Cougar | Base | 5.0L | None | None |
| 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 | Mercury | Montclair | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 | Mercury | Park Lane | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1967 | Ford | Bronco | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1967 | Ford | Club Wagon | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967 | Ford | Country Squire | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1966, 1967 | Ford | F-100 | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967 | Ford | Galaxie | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1965, 1966, 1967 | Ford | Galaxie | Base | 3.9L | None | None |
| 1966, 1967 | Mercury | Caliente | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1966, 1967 | Mercury | Villager | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1966, 1967 | Mercury | Voyager | Base | 6.4L | None | None |
| 1966 | Ford | F-250 | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1965 | Ford | Custom | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1965 | Ford | Galaxie | Base | 5.8L | None | None |
| 1963, 1964, 1965 | Mercury | Colony Park | Base | None | None | None |
| 1964, 1965 | Mercury | Commuter | Base | None | None | None |
| 1963, 1964 | Ford | Galaxie 500 | Base | 3.7L | None | None |
| 1963 | Ford | Galaxie | Base | 6.6L | None | None |
| 1963 | Mercury | Monterey | Base | 6.6L | None | None |
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.