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SBC SD1-2161R-12 Clutch Kit

$326.68
SKU SD1-2161R-12
MPN K05029-HD
  • Regular price $326.68

Sku: SD1-2161R-12

MPN: K05029-HD



Experience unmatched performance and durability with the SBC SD1-2161R-12 Clutch Kit, tailored for a variety of driving needs. Whether you're into daily commuting, sport driving, or high-performance racing, our clutch kits come in Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar variants to suit your specific style. Designed for gas-fueled engines, this kit includes a high-quality single clutch disc with options like Full Face for smooth engagement and 6-paddle for superior heat dissipation. Each kit features a sprung hub design for reduced drivetrain shock, ensuring a longer component lifespan. While a flywheel is not included, our kits are compatible with various OEM and aftermarket options. Choose South Bend Clutch for a seamless blend of quality, reliability, and performance.


$326.68
SKU SD1-2161R-12
MPN K05029-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
100% Premium Components
Industry Leading Support

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  • Enhances your vehicle's performance with superior clutch engagement.
  • Designed for durability to withstand high-performance driving conditions.
  • Improves torque capacity and provides smoother gear shifts.
  • Crafted using cutting-edge technology for optimal functionality.
  • Tested rigorously to meet the highest quality standards.
  • Customizable options available to match your specific vehicle needs.
  • Reduces drive train wear, extending the life of your vehicle.
  • Expert support from our knowledgeable team to assist with any inquiries.

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12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
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SBC SD1-2161R-12 Clutch Kit - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

$326.68

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South Bend Clutch, a leader in the clutch market, offers an extensive line of high-quality clutch kits designed to meet the needs of a wide variety of vehicles, driving styles, and performance requirements. Among these, the SBC SD1-2161R-12 Clutch Kit stands out as a versatile and reliable choice for drivers who demand the best from their vehicle's transmission system. Whether you're navigating the daily commute, embarking on an off-road adventure, or enhancing your vehicle for competitive racing, the South Bend Clutch Kit is engineered to deliver unparalleled performance and durability.

Our clutch kits are meticulously designed and manufactured with a focus on quality and reliability. The SBC SD1-2161R-12 Clutch Kit, available in various configurations, including Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials, caters to a broad spectrum of driving demands and preferences. Tailored for gas-fueled engines with a 23 input spline and a 1-inch input shaft diameter, this clutch kit is compatible with a wide range of applications, ensuring a perfect fit for your specific vehicle model.

Organic Variant (Stage 1 - Daily Plus)
The Organic variant of our clutch kit is perfect for drivers seeking an upgrade from stock clutches without compromising on drivability. Crafted with high-quality organic friction material, it offers smooth engagement and enhanced durability, making it an ideal choice for daily driving and moderate performance applications.

Ceramic Variant (Stage 1 - Extreme)
For those who push their vehicles to the limit, the Ceramic variant provides the extra holding power needed for high performance and racing applications. The ceramic friction material ensures exceptional heat resistance and quicker engagement, which translates to improved performance during extreme driving conditions.

Kevlar Variant (Stage 2 - Sport)
The Kevlar variant is designed for enthusiasts who require a balance between performance and longevity. Kevlar friction material offers superior heat resistance and wear characteristics compared to traditional materials, making it suitable for sport driving and high-performance applications that demand the best in terms of durability and reliability.

Each variant of the SBC SD1-2161R-12 Clutch Kit includes a single clutch disc, leveraging different disc styles tailored to the specific material and performance level. These styles range from Full Face for smooth engagement and drivability to 6-paddle for enhanced performance and heat dissipation. Additionally, our clutch kits come equipped with a sprung hub design, contributing to reduced drivetrain shock and increased component lifespan.

South Bend Clutch kits are renowned for their comprehensive package, ensuring you have everything needed for a seamless installation process. This includes a high-quality pressure plate, a throw-out bearing, an alignment tool, and a pilot bushing made of durable bronze. While our kits do not include a flywheel, they are compatible with a wide range of OEM and aftermarket options, allowing for a tailored setup that meets your specific needs.

Choosing South Bend Clutch means investing in a product backed by years of experience and a commitment to excellence. Our clutches are designed and assembled with precision, focusing on providing our customers with a product that not only meets but exceeds expectations. Whether you're in search of enhanced performance, reliability, or simply seeking the best possible driving experience, the SBC SD1-2161R-12 Clutch Kit is a testament to our dedication to quality and performance.

Furthermore, our extensive network of South Bend Clutch dealers ensures easy access to our products and support, regardless of where you are located. This ensures that when you choose a South Bend Clutch product, you're never far from expert advice, installation services, and comprehensive after-sales support.

In summary, the SBC SD1-2161R-12 Clutch Kit from South Bend Clutch represents the pinnacle of clutch design and manufacturing. With options to suit a variety of driving styles, from daily commuting to extreme racing, and a focus on quality, durability, and performance, it is clear why South Bend Clutch remains a preferred choice among drivers and enthusiasts alike. Make the right choice for your vehicle, and experience the difference that comes with a South Bend Clutch kit.

South Bend Clutch Organic Friction Material

Organic Friction Material

Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.

Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.

South Bend Clutch Organic Friction Material

Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.

Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Full Face Disc Style

Full Face Disc Style

The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.

Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.

South Bend Clutch Full Face Disc Style

The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.

Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.

South Bend Clutch Single Disc Clutch Kit

Single Disc

A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.

While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.

A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.

While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.

South Bend Clutch Stage 1 Clutch

Stage 1 Clutch

A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.

While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.

A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.

While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.

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.

Visit the SBC Warranty Hub

PRODUCT FAQs

Have a question ? We are here to help.

Is the shipping free?

Yes. Worldwide shipping is already included in the price. We use DHL express with 3 days delivery time.

When will I receive my item?

When we have received your order, you will automatically receive an e-mail confirming your order. Orders made before 2 PM (CET) will be picked, packed and shipped the same day. Delivery time is usually 2-4 working days with DHL Express.

Can I change or return my item?

If you want to change a product into another model, strap color etc., please contact us so we are able to reserve the new item in our stock immediately. You are always entitled to an exchange or refund within 30 days after you have received your package, as long as the item has not been used.

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