SBC Clutch Kit for 2004-2007 Cadillac CTS 5.7L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles
Overview
Experience enhanced performance and drivability with the South Bend Clutch kit, tailored for the 2004-2007 Cadillac CTS 5.7L Gas and compatible vehicles. Engineered for the TREMEC T56 transmission, our kits offer a perfect blend of high-quality materials including Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar options to match your driving style. Choose from Stage 1 for daily driving or Stage 2 for spirited driving and moderate modifications. Each kit includes a single high-quality clutch disc, full face or 6-paddle options, and all necessary components for a seamless installation. Upgrade your vehicle with South Bend Clutch for unparalleled performance, durability, and satisfaction.
South Bend Clutch, a leader in high-quality clutch solutions, proudly introduces our clutch kit specifically designed for the 2004-2007 Cadillac CTS 5.7L Gas, among other compatible vehicles. This comprehensive kit is tailored to enhance your vehicle’s performance, reliability, and driving experience. Whether you're navigating daily traffic or pushing your car on the track, South Bend Clutch provides a solution that meets your needs without compromising on durability or drivability.
Understanding the importance of compatibility and performance, our clutch kits are meticulously engineered to fit the TREMEC T56 transmission and are compatible with both the solid mass and dual mass OEM flywheel configurations, depending on the specific vehicle application. This ensures a seamless installation and optimized performance across various driving conditions.
High-Quality Materials and Engineering
At South Bend Clutch, we prioritize the use of high-quality materials and advanced engineering techniques in all our products. Our clutch kits come in a range of friction materials, including Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar, each offering unique benefits:
- Organic: Ideal for daily driving and moderate performance applications, our organic friction material ensures smooth engagement and longevity, making it a perfect choice for those who value drivability and reliability.
- Ceramic: Designed for drivers who demand more from their vehicle, our ceramic friction material offers superior heat resistance and durability, making it suitable for high-performance applications.
- Kevlar: For enthusiasts looking for the ultimate in clutch performance, Kevlar provides exceptional strength and thermal properties, ensuring consistent performance even under the most demanding conditions.
Customizable Performance Stages
Recognizing that every driver’s needs are different, South Bend Clutch offers our kits in various stages to suit a wide range of driving styles and performance requirements:
- Stage 1: Perfect for daily driving with slight modifications. It offers enhanced performance over stock while maintaining great drivability.
- Stage 2: Aimed at more spirited drivers with moderately modified vehicles. This stage provides higher torque capacity and more aggressive engagement, suitable for occasional racing or spirited street driving.
Comprehensive Kit Contents
Every South Bend Clutch kit is designed to offer a complete solution, ensuring you have all the necessary components for a successful installation:
- Clutch Disc Quantity: Our kits come with a single high-quality clutch disc, designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications.
- Disc Style: Full face for smooth engagement and improved drivability or 6-paddle for more aggressive engagement and higher torque capacity.
- Pressure Plate: Engineered for optimal clamping force and engagement characteristics.
- High-Quality Bearings and Alignment Tool: Includes throw-out bearing and alignment tool, ensuring a hassle-free installation.
- Pilot Bushing: Included in certain kits, providing a complete solution in one package.
Designed for Durability and Performance
South Bend Clutch kits are designed not just for enhanced performance but also for unparalleled durability. Our advanced friction materials and engineering techniques ensure that each component can withstand the rigors of high performance and daily driving alike. This means less worry about clutch slippage or premature wear, and more focus on enjoying the drive.
Easy Installation and Compatibility
Ease of installation is a hallmark of South Bend Clutch kits. Designed to be a direct replacement for the OEM clutch, our kits ensure a straightforward installation process, with all necessary hardware included. Compatibility with the TREMEC T56 transmission and various OEM flywheel types further ensures that South Bend Clutch kits integrate seamlessly with your vehicle, reducing downtime and getting you back on the road faster.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
- Expertise and Experience: With years of experience in the industry, South Bend Clutch has developed a reputation for quality, reliability, and performance.
- Wide Range of Applications: Whether you drive a domestic passenger car like the Cadillac CTS or another compatible vehicle, we have a clutch solution that meets your needs.
- Customer Satisfaction: At South Bend Clutch, your satisfaction is our priority. We stand behind our products with support and service to ensure your complete satisfaction.
In summary, the South Bend Clutch kit for the 2004-2007 Cadillac CTS 5.7L Gas and other compatible vehicles offers a superior blend of performance, durability, and drivability. Whether you're upgrading for enhanced driving pleasure, increased performance, or reliability, our clutch kits provide the quality and performance you expect from a leader in the automotive industry. Choose South Bend Clutch for your next clutch upgrade and experience the difference quality makes in your driving experience.
Manufacturer Features
- Enhance your vehicle's performance with our premium clutch kits designed for seamless power delivery.
- Experience smoother, quicker shifts perfect for both daily driving and competitive racing.
- Our clutches are crafted from the highest quality materials for durability and longevity.
- Reduce drivetrain wear and tear with our clutches engineered for optimal efficiency.
- Enjoy a noticeable improvement in acceleration and engine response.
- All clutch kits are rigorously tested to ensure reliability under the most demanding conditions.
- Easy installation with detailed instructions included, suitable for professionals and experienced DIYers.
- Backed by a dedicated customer support team ready to assist you with any queries or concerns.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Spline | 26 |
| Input Shaft Diameter | 1.13 |
| Disc Diameter | 11.44 |
Variant Specifications and Manufacturer Part Numbers
| SKU | Manufacturer Part Number | Configuration | Specifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| SD1-2121R-12 | K04226-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 |
| SD2-2121R-78 | K04226-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 |
| SD2-2121R-12 | K04226-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 |
| SD2-2121R-45 | K04226-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Cadillac CTS 5.7L | Gas | 2WD | TREMEC T56 | Solid Mass | |
| 2006 Cadillac CTS 6.0L | Gas | 2WD | TREMEC T56 | Solid Mass | |
| 2005 Chevrolet SSR 6.0L | Gas | 2WD | 4L60E | Dual Mass |
Manufacturer Vehicle Compatibility
| Year | Make | Model | Sub Model | Engine | Fuel Type | Aspiration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006, 2007 | Cadillac | CTS | V | 6.0L | GAS | Naturally Aspirated |
| 2005, 2006 | Chevrolet | SSR | Base | 6.0L | GAS | Naturally Aspirated |
| 2004, 2005 | Cadillac | CTS | V | 5.7L | GAS | Naturally Aspirated |
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.