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SBC SD1-2543R-12 Clutch Kit
Sku: SD1-2543R-12
MPN: K70558-HD
Elevate your driving experience with the South Bend Clutch SBC SD1-2543R-12 Clutch Kit, designed for unmatched versatility and performance. Whether you're navigating the daily commute or pushing your vehicle to its limits, this kit offers tailored options to meet your needs. Choose from Organic for smooth daily driving, Ceramic for extreme conditions, or a Hybrid Organic/Ceramic for a perfect balance of comfort and endurance. Featuring advanced design features like a diaphragm pressure plate and full face or 6-paddle disc styles, this kit ensures reliability and improved drivability. Although the flywheel is not included, each kit comes ready with essential components for hassle-free installation. Optimize your vehicle's performance and reliability with our expertly engineered clutch kit, ideal for a wide range of driving styles and applications.
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At South Bend Clutch, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, high-performance clutch kits tailored to meet the needs of a wide array of driving styles and vehicle applications. Our SBC SD1-2543R-12 Clutch Kit exemplifies this commitment, encompassing a range of variants designed for different performance requirements from daily driving to more extreme conditions. This detailed product overview aims to guide you through the features, benefits, and specifications of our clutch kit, ensuring you make an informed decision suited to your vehicle's and driving needs.
Comprehensive Solutions for Enhanced Performance
Our clutch kits are designed with versatility in mind, offering solutions for gas-fueled vehicles with a focus on improving power delivery, durability, and drivability. The SBC SD1-2543R-12 Clutch Kit, suitable for a variety of driving demands, presents options in friction material, clutch stage, and intended usage — from the daily comfort of Organic Stage 1 Daily Plus to the rugged endurance of Organic/Ceramic Stage 2 Endurance setups. Each variant within this kit is meticulously engineered to provide an optimal balance of performance and longevity.
Tailored Options to Match Your Driving Style
Understanding that every driver and vehicle has unique requirements, we offer this clutch kit in several configurations:
- Organic material options for smoother engagement and enhanced drivability, ideal for daily driving scenarios.
- Ceramic material options for higher heat resistance and improved performance under extreme conditions, suitable for more aggressive driving styles.
- Hybrid Organic/Ceramic options that offer a balance between daily comfort and the durability needed for more demanding use, such as prolonged endurance events.
Advanced Features for Unmatched Reliability
Our clutch kits are not just about the materials; they incorporate advanced design features for reliability and performance:
- A diaphragm pressure plate style is employed across variants, ensuring consistent clutch engagement and disengagement.
- Full Face and 6-paddle disc styles are available, catering to different torque handling needs and preferences for engagement smoothness.
- Sprung hub designs are used to reduce drivetrain shock and enhance the longevity of the clutch system and related components.
Complete Kits for Hassle-Free Installation
We understand the importance of a straightforward installation process. That's why our clutch kits come equipped with essential components to ensure a smooth setup:
- Each kit includes a throw-out bearing and an alignment tool, facilitating easier installation and alignment for optimal performance.
- Despite the exclusion of a flywheel in these kits, compatibility with the existing or separately purchased flywheels is ensured, providing flexibility in setup according to your specific needs.
Choosing the Right Clutch Kit
Selecting the appropriate clutch kit variant is crucial for meeting your vehicle's performance demands. Consider the following to make an informed choice:
- For daily drivers and vehicles primarily used for commuting or casual driving, the Organic or Organic/Ceramic options in Stage 1 or Stage 2 offer a balance of performance and drivability without sacrificing comfort.
- If your vehicle is subjected to more aggressive driving, racing, or towing, the Ceramic material in Stage 1 Extreme or the durability of the Stage 2 Endurance option may better suit your needs.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
At South Bend Clutch, our dedication to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction sets us apart. We are not just another clutch manufacturer; we are enthusiasts committed to advancing automotive performance. Here are just a few reasons why choosing a South Bend Clutch kit is a wise decision:
- Experience and Expertise: With decades of experience in the automotive industry, we have honed our craft, understanding the intricate details of clutch systems and how they interact with various vehicle dynamics.
- Innovative Design: Our clutch kits are the result of continuous research and development, incorporating the latest in material science and mechanical design to deliver superior performance.
- Quality Assurance: Every product we offer undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets our high standards for durability, reliability, and performance.
- Customer Support: Our team is here to assist you before, during, and after your purchase, ensuring you have the support you need to get the most out of your South Bend Clutch product.
In Summary
The SBC SD1-2543R-12 Clutch Kit represents the pinnacle of our commitment to delivering exceptional clutch solutions for a wide range of applications and driving styles. Whether you're looking to enhance your daily driver's responsiveness, prepare your vehicle for the demands of racing, or anything in between, South Bend Clutch has a solution tailored to your needs. Trust in our expertise, innovation, and dedication to quality to take your driving experience to the next level. Explore our options today and discover the difference a South Bend Clutch kit can make in your vehicle's performance and reliability.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
At South Bend Clutch, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, high-performance clutch kits tailored to meet the needs of a wide array of driving styles and vehicle applications. Our SBC SD1-2543R-12 Clutch Kit exemplifies this commitment, encompassing a range of variants designed for different performance requirements from daily driving to more extreme conditions. This detailed product overview aims to guide you through the features, benefits, and specifications of our clutch kit, ensuring you make an informed decision suited to your vehicle's and driving needs.
Comprehensive Solutions for Enhanced Performance
Our clutch kits are designed with versatility in mind, offering solutions for gas-fueled vehicles with a focus on improving power delivery, durability, and drivability. The SBC SD1-2543R-12 Clutch Kit, suitable for a variety of driving demands, presents options in friction material, clutch stage, and intended usage — from the daily comfort of Organic Stage 1 Daily Plus to the rugged endurance of Organic/Ceramic Stage 2 Endurance setups. Each variant within this kit is meticulously engineered to provide an optimal balance of performance and longevity.
Tailored Options to Match Your Driving Style
Understanding that every driver and vehicle has unique requirements, we offer this clutch kit in several configurations:
- Organic material options for smoother engagement and enhanced drivability, ideal for daily driving scenarios.
- Ceramic material options for higher heat resistance and improved performance under extreme conditions, suitable for more aggressive driving styles.
- Hybrid Organic/Ceramic options that offer a balance between daily comfort and the durability needed for more demanding use, such as prolonged endurance events.
Advanced Features for Unmatched Reliability
Our clutch kits are not just about the materials; they incorporate advanced design features for reliability and performance:
- A diaphragm pressure plate style is employed across variants, ensuring consistent clutch engagement and disengagement.
- Full Face and 6-paddle disc styles are available, catering to different torque handling needs and preferences for engagement smoothness.
- Sprung hub designs are used to reduce drivetrain shock and enhance the longevity of the clutch system and related components.
Complete Kits for Hassle-Free Installation
We understand the importance of a straightforward installation process. That's why our clutch kits come equipped with essential components to ensure a smooth setup:
- Each kit includes a throw-out bearing and an alignment tool, facilitating easier installation and alignment for optimal performance.
- Despite the exclusion of a flywheel in these kits, compatibility with the existing or separately purchased flywheels is ensured, providing flexibility in setup according to your specific needs.
Choosing the Right Clutch Kit
Selecting the appropriate clutch kit variant is crucial for meeting your vehicle's performance demands. Consider the following to make an informed choice:
- For daily drivers and vehicles primarily used for commuting or casual driving, the Organic or Organic/Ceramic options in Stage 1 or Stage 2 offer a balance of performance and drivability without sacrificing comfort.
- If your vehicle is subjected to more aggressive driving, racing, or towing, the Ceramic material in Stage 1 Extreme or the durability of the Stage 2 Endurance option may better suit your needs.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
At South Bend Clutch, our dedication to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction sets us apart. We are not just another clutch manufacturer; we are enthusiasts committed to advancing automotive performance. Here are just a few reasons why choosing a South Bend Clutch kit is a wise decision:
- Experience and Expertise: With decades of experience in the automotive industry, we have honed our craft, understanding the intricate details of clutch systems and how they interact with various vehicle dynamics.
- Innovative Design: Our clutch kits are the result of continuous research and development, incorporating the latest in material science and mechanical design to deliver superior performance.
- Quality Assurance: Every product we offer undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets our high standards for durability, reliability, and performance.
- Customer Support: Our team is here to assist you before, during, and after your purchase, ensuring you have the support you need to get the most out of your South Bend Clutch product.
In Summary
The SBC SD1-2543R-12 Clutch Kit represents the pinnacle of our commitment to delivering exceptional clutch solutions for a wide range of applications and driving styles. Whether you're looking to enhance your daily driver's responsiveness, prepare your vehicle for the demands of racing, or anything in between, South Bend Clutch has a solution tailored to your needs. Trust in our expertise, innovation, and dedication to quality to take your driving experience to the next level. Explore our options today and discover the difference a South Bend Clutch kit can make in your vehicle's performance and reliability.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
PRODUCT FAQs
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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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