SBC Clutch Kit for 1987-1992 Ford F-250 7.5L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles
Overview
Upgrade your driving experience with the South Bend Clutch SD1-2261R-12 Clutch Kit, designed for gas vehicles requiring enhanced performance. This Stage 1 kit, featuring an organic friction material, offers smooth engagement and superior wear characteristics, perfect for daily driving and light towing. With a full face disc style for consistent engagement and a sprung hub to reduce drivetrain shock, it ensures a smoother ride. The kit includes a throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and steel pilot bushing for hassle-free installation. Ideal for vehicles with a 10 spline input and a 1.25-inch input shaft diameter, this clutch kit provides the strength and reliability you need without compromising comfort or driveability. Trust South Bend Clutch for a perfect blend of performance and durability.
At South Bend Clutch, we pride ourselves on providing superior clutch solutions for a wide range of applications, and the SBC SD1-2261R-12 Clutch Kit is no exception. Designed for gas vehicles, this clutch kit features a 10 spline input with a 1.25-inch input shaft diameter and a 12-inch disc diameter, offering an optimal balance of performance and reliability for daily driving and light towing applications.
Why Choose the SBC SD1-2261R-12 Clutch Kit?
The SBC SD1-2261R-12 Clutch Kit is engineered with an organic friction material, which is crucial for those who desire a smooth engagement and excellent wear characteristics without sacrificing performance. The organic material is designed to provide a longer lifespan than conventional materials, making it an ideal choice for drivers looking for a reliable and durable clutch solution.
Our clutch kit is categorized as Stage 1, indicating it's perfectly suited for daily drivers that require a little more than what the stock clutch can offer. It's particularly beneficial for vehicles that are used for light towing or have minor modifications, providing that extra bit of strength and reliability without compromising on the driveability or comfort of the vehicle.
The full face disc style, combined with a sprung hub, ensures a smooth and consistent engagement, reducing shock to the drivetrain. This is especially beneficial for daily driven vehicles as it enhances the overall driving experience, making it smoother and more enjoyable.
One of the standout features of this clutch kit is the inclusion of essential components such as the throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing made of steel. These components are critical for a hassle-free installation and ensure that your clutch operates at its best from the moment it's installed. The inclusion of these parts not only saves time but also ensures you have all the necessary components for a successful clutch upgrade.
Key Features and Benefits
- Organic Friction Material: Offers smooth engagement and superior wear characteristics.
- Stage 1 Clutch: Ideal for daily driving and light towing, providing extra strength and reliability.
- Full Face Disc Style: Ensures smooth and consistent engagement.
- Sprung Hub: Reduces shock to the drivetrain for a smoother driving experience.
- Includes Essential Components: Comes with a throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and steel pilot bushing for hassle-free installation.
Advanced Engineering and Quality
At South Bend Clutch, we use advanced engineering techniques and high-quality materials to develop our clutch kits. The SD1-2261R-12 Clutch Kit is no exception and is a testament to our commitment to quality and performance. Our clutches are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications, ensuring a perfect fit and function for your specific vehicle application.
The pressure plate and disc are precision machined for exact tolerances, providing improved durability and performance. The diaphragm pressure plate style has been chosen for its ability to provide a consistent clamping force, which is essential for maintaining the integrity of the clutch engagement over time.
Installation and Maintenance
Installing the SBC SD1-2261R-12 Clutch Kit is straightforward, thanks to the inclusion of an alignment tool, which ensures the disc is perfectly centered during installation. We always recommend professional installation to ensure the best performance and longevity of your new clutch. Regular maintenance checks are also advised to monitor the condition of the clutch components and ensure they are functioning correctly.
Compatibility and Applications
Designed for gas vehicles with a 10 spline input and a 1.25-inch input shaft diameter, the SBC SD1-2261R-12 Clutch Kit is versatile and compatible with a wide range of models. Whether you're upgrading your daily driver or preparing your vehicle for light towing tasks, this clutch kit offers the perfect blend of performance and durability.
Conclusion
The SBC SD1-2261R-12 Clutch Kit from South Bend Clutch is an exceptional choice for drivers seeking an upgrade from their stock clutch. With its organic friction material, Stage 1 classification, and inclusion of essential installation components, it offers an unparalleled blend of performance, reliability, and ease of installation. Trust South Bend Clutch for your next clutch upgrade and experience the difference quality and precision engineering can make on your drive.
Manufacturer Features
- Enhance your vehicle's performance with our precision-engineered clutches.
- Experience smoother gear shifts with our high-quality clutch kits.
- Designed to withstand the rigors of heavy-duty use.
- Optimal performance for both street and racing applications.
- Easy installation with tools you likely already own.
- Reduce wear and tear on your transmission with our durable products.
- Our clutches are tested extensively to ensure reliability.
- Backed by a dedicated customer support team ready to assist you.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Spline | 10 |
| Input Shaft Diameter | 1.25 |
| Disc Diameter | 12 |
Variant Specifications and Manufacturer Part Numbers
| SKU | Manufacturer Part Number | Configuration | Specifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| SD1-2261R-12 | K07035-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 |
Manufacturer OE Vehicle Data
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987-1992 Ford F-250 7.5L | Diesel | 2WD | ZF S6-650 | Solid Mass | |
| 1987-1992 Ford F-350 7.5L | Diesel | 2WD | ZF S6-650 | Solid Mass | |
| 1988-1992 Ford F-53 Motorhome Chassis 7.5L | Diesel | - | - | - | - |
| 1988-1992 Ford F-Super Duty 7.5L | Diesel | 2WD | ZF S6-650 | Solid Mass |
Manufacturer Vehicle Compatibility
| Year | Make | Model | Sub Model | Engine | Fuel Type | Aspiration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 | Ford | F-250 | Base | 7.5L | None | None |
| 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 | Ford | F-350 | Base | 7.5L | None | None |
| 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 | Ford | F-53 Motorhome Chassis | Base | 7.5L | None | None |
| 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 | Ford | F-Super Duty | Base | 7.5L | 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.