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SBC SD1-2428R-12 Clutch Kit

$1,799.00
SKU SD1-2428R-12
MPN K21023-HD
  • Regular price $1,799.00

Sku: SD1-2428R-12

MPN: K21023-HD



Elevate your driving experience with the SBC SD1-2428R-12 Clutch Kit from South Bend Clutch. Engineered for gas vehicles, this kit features a 9-inch disc designed for a 14 input spline and a 1-inch shaft diameter, catering to both daily drivers and performance enthusiasts. With Stage 1 and Stage 2 options, this clutch kit offers a choice between smooth, daily driving and more aggressive performance needs. Choose from organic, ceramic, or Kevlar friction materials to match your vehicle’s demands: organic for balance and comfort, ceramic for high heat resistance in extreme conditions, and Kevlar for durability in sport driving. Each kit includes a single clutch disc, throw-out bearing, and alignment tool (flywheel not included), ensuring a complete solution for enhanced performance and reliability. Upgrade to South Bend Clutch for unparalleled drivability and performance.


$1,799.00
SKU SD1-2428R-12
MPN K21023-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
100% Premium Components
Industry Leading Support

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  • Engineered for optimal performance in all driving conditions.
  • Utilizes state-of-the-art technology for superior durability.
  • Designed to improve your vehicle's responsiveness and power.
  • Offers a smoother, more enjoyable driving experience.
  • Crafted from the finest materials to ensure long-lasting use.
  • Compatible with a wide range of makes and models.
  • Easy installation with minimal tools required.
  • Backed by South Bend Clutch's unparalleled customer support.

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SBC SD1-2428R-12 Clutch Kit - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

$1,799.00

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South Bend Clutch, a leader in performance clutch technology, offers a wide range of high-quality clutch kits designed for various applications, including daily driving, racing, and heavy-duty towing. Our SBC SD1-2428R-12 Clutch Kit exemplifies our commitment to excellence and innovation in clutch system design. This clutch kit is engineered to enhance the driving experience by providing superior performance, durability, and reliability.

The SBC SD1-2428R-12 Clutch Kit is designed for vehicles with a gas fuel type and is compatible with a 14 input spline and a 1-inch input shaft diameter. The disc diameter is 9 inches, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance for specific vehicle applications. This clutch kit is meticulously designed to meet the needs of drivers who demand more from their vehicle's clutch system, whether for daily driving or more spirited performance driving scenarios.

One of the key features of the South Bend Clutch Kit is the availability of various friction materials, including organic, ceramic, and Kevlar options. Each material offers unique benefits:

  • Organic friction material provides smooth engagement and is ideal for daily driving conditions. It offers a balance between performance and longevity, making it a popular choice for drivers who prioritize comfort and reliability.
  • Ceramic friction material is designed for extreme conditions and offers higher heat resistance than organic materials. This makes it suitable for high-performance applications, including racing and heavy-duty towing, where the clutch is subjected to extreme stress.
  • Kevlar friction material provides exceptional durability and is designed for sport driving conditions. It offers a higher torque capacity than organic materials, making it ideal for vehicles modified for performance.

The SBC SD1-2428R-12 Clutch Kit is available in various stages, including Stage 1 and Stage 2 options, to cater to different driving needs and performance levels:

  • Stage 1 is designed for vehicles with minor modifications or for drivers who require a slight upgrade over the stock clutch. It offers improved performance while maintaining smooth operation and drivability for daily use.
  • Stage 2 is intended for more heavily modified vehicles or for those who demand even more performance from their clutch. It provides a higher torque capacity than Stage 1, making it suitable for more aggressive driving and performance applications.

Each clutch kit variant includes a single clutch disc, with options for full-face or 6-paddle disc styles, depending on the selected friction material and performance requirements. Full-face discs offer smoother engagement and are ideal for daily driving conditions, while 6-paddle discs provide more aggressive engagement and are better suited for racing or high-performance applications.

South Bend Clutch is committed to providing complete solutions, and as such, our clutch kits include essential components for installation. Each kit comes with a throw-out bearing and an alignment tool, ensuring a hassle-free installation process. The inclusion of these components underscores our dedication to offering value and convenience to our customers.

It's important to note that our clutch kits do not include a flywheel, allowing customers the flexibility to choose a flywheel that best suits their specific needs and preferences. This approach enables customization and ensures compatibility with various vehicle setups and performance goals.

South Bend Clutch takes pride in our innovative approach to clutch design and manufacturing. We are dedicated to continuous improvement and the development of clutch systems that deliver unmatched performance and reliability. Our clutch kits are a testament to this commitment, providing an ideal balance of durability, performance, and drivability.

In summary, the SBC SD1-2428R-12 Clutch Kit from South Bend Clutch represents the pinnacle of clutch technology, offering unmatched performance and reliability for a wide range of applications. Whether you're upgrading your daily driver, preparing your vehicle for the track, or enhancing your towing capabilities, South Bend Clutch has the perfect solution to meet and exceed your expectations. Our comprehensive approach to clutch system design, combined with our focus on quality and innovation, makes South Bend Clutch the go-to choice for drivers and enthusiasts who demand the very best. Experience the difference with South Bend Clutch and take your driving experience to the next level.

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.

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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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