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SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit
Sku: SD2-2644R-78
MPN: SDM0105-CBR
Elevate your driving experience with the South Bend Clutch SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit, tailored for every driving style. Engineered for performance, durability, and reliability, our kit comes in three variants: Extreme (Ceramic), Super Sport (Kevlar/Ceramic), and Daily (Organic), each designed to meet specific performance requirements from daily driving to competitive racing. Experience improved acceleration, handling of increased torque, and unparalleled longevity without compromising driveability. Our kits are compatible with a wide range of vehicles and include all necessary components for a hassle-free installation. Choose South Bend Clutch for a superior clutch experience that combines innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. Upgrade your vehicle today and feel the difference with every drive.
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The South Bend Clutch Kit comes in three distinct variants, each tailored to a specific type of use: Extreme, Super Sport, and Daily. These variants are designed to accommodate different levels of performance requirements, from daily driving to competitive racing. Each variant is characterized by its unique friction material—Ceramic, Kevlar/Ceramic, and Organic—providing options for different levels of grip, engagement, and durability.
Performance Upgrades
At South Bend Clutch, we understand that the needs of our customers vary widely. Some may require a clutch that can handle the rigors of track use, while others may need a reliable upgrade for their daily driver. That's why we offer the SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit in various configurations to meet these diverse needs.
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Ceramic / Stage 2 / Extreme: This variant is designed for drivers who demand the ultimate in performance. The ceramic friction material offers superior heat resistance and longevity, making it ideal for high-horsepower applications and competitive racing environments. This option is best suited for those who prioritize performance above all else.
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Kevlar/Ceramic / Stage 2 / Super Sport: Combining the benefits of Kevlar and ceramic, this variant offers a balance between performance and durability. It provides improved engagement over stock clutches and is capable of handling increased torque without sacrificing driveability. This choice is perfect for enthusiasts who engage in spirited driving and occasional track days.
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Organic / Stage 2 / Daily: For those who require a significant upgrade from their stock clutch but still want to maintain smooth engagement and drivability for daily use, the organic material variant is the ideal solution. It offers enhanced durability and a higher torque capacity than OEM clutches, making it suitable for lightly modified vehicles.
Features and Benefits
All variants of the SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit are designed with the driver in mind, offering features that enhance the driving experience:
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Durability: Constructed with high-quality materials, each clutch kit is built to last, even under the most demanding conditions.
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Performance: Whether you choose the Extreme, Super Sport, or Daily variant, you'll experience improved performance over stock clutches, including faster acceleration and better handling of increased torque.
-
Driveability: Despite the performance enhancements, driveability is not compromised. Each variant is designed to offer a balance between performance gains and ease of use.
-
Compatibility: Designed to fit a wide range of vehicles, our clutch kits are versatile and widely applicable, ensuring that you can find the perfect match for your car.
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Complete Kit: Each clutch kit comes with all necessary components for installation, including an alignment tool and a pilot bushing made of durable steel, ensuring a hassle-free setup. Note that the throw-out bearing is not included, allowing customers the flexibility to choose their preferred type.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
South Bend Clutch is not just another clutch manufacturer. We are a team of passionate automotive enthusiasts dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible products and services. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction sets us apart in the performance clutch market. By choosing South Bend Clutch, you are selecting a product that has been thoughtfully designed and rigorously tested to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Whether you're upgrading your vehicle for competitive racing, spirited driving, or simply enhancing your daily driving experience, the SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit offers the performance, durability, and quality you expect from South Bend Clutch. With our wide network of dealers, finding a South Bend Clutch dealer near you is easy, ensuring that you have access to our products and support wherever you are.
In summary, the SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit represents the pinnacle of performance clutch technology, offering options for every type of driver and vehicle. With South Bend Clutch, you can drive with confidence, knowing that you have the best clutch technology at your fingertips. Upgrade your driving experience today with South Bend Clutch, where performance and reliability meet.
Ceramic Friction Material
Ceramic clutch material is engineered for high-performance and heavy-duty applications where heat resistance and torque capacity are critical. Constructed using ceramic-based compounds, these clutch discs offer superior friction and power transfer, making them ideal for demanding situations such as performance racing, competitive off-roading, and heavy towing. Ceramic material excels in preventing clutch fade under extreme heat and stress.
While ceramic clutches deliver unmatched torque handling, they tend to have a more aggressive engagement, which can lead to a slightly harsher feel during gear shifts. This makes them better suited for experienced drivers and performance vehicles rather than casual everyday driving where smooth engagement is preferred.
Ceramic clutch material is engineered for high-performance and heavy-duty applications where heat resistance and torque capacity are critical. Constructed using ceramic-based compounds, these clutch discs offer superior friction and power transfer, making them ideal for demanding situations such as performance racing, competitive off-roading, and heavy towing. Ceramic material excels in preventing clutch fade under extreme heat and stress.
While ceramic clutches deliver unmatched torque handling, they tend to have a more aggressive engagement, which can lead to a slightly harsher feel during gear shifts. This makes them better suited for experienced drivers and performance vehicles rather than casual everyday driving where smooth engagement is preferred.
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.
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 2 Clutch
A Stage 2 clutch offers a significant performance boost compared to stock and Stage 1 setups. Designed with stronger friction materials like Kevlar or ceramic, it provides higher torque capacity and heat resistance. This stage is ideal for moderately modified vehicles, including turbocharged setups, nitrous systems, and track-ready builds needing enhanced grip and reduced slippage.
Although it offers increased power handling, Stage 2 clutches can introduce a slightly stiffer pedal feel and more aggressive engagement than Stage 1, making them better suited for drivers prioritizing performance while still requiring reasonable street drivability.
A Stage 2 clutch offers a significant performance boost compared to stock and Stage 1 setups. Designed with stronger friction materials like Kevlar or ceramic, it provides higher torque capacity and heat resistance. This stage is ideal for moderately modified vehicles, including turbocharged setups, nitrous systems, and track-ready builds needing enhanced grip and reduced slippage.
Although it offers increased power handling, Stage 2 clutches can introduce a slightly stiffer pedal feel and more aggressive engagement than Stage 1, making them better suited for drivers prioritizing performance while still requiring reasonable street drivability.
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.
South Bend Clutch, a recognized leader in the performance clutch industry, is proud to introduce the SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit. This kit is designed to enhance the driving experience for automotive enthusiasts and professionals alike, providing exceptional performance, durability, and reliability. Our product line is meticulously engineered to meet the highest standards, ensuring that each clutch kit delivers on our promise of quality and excellence. The SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit is no exception, offering a range of options to suit various driving needs and preferences.
The South Bend Clutch Kit comes in three distinct variants, each tailored to a specific type of use: Extreme, Super Sport, and Daily. These variants are designed to accommodate different levels of performance requirements, from daily driving to competitive racing. Each variant is characterized by its unique friction material—Ceramic, Kevlar/Ceramic, and Organic—providing options for different levels of grip, engagement, and durability.
Performance Upgrades
At South Bend Clutch, we understand that the needs of our customers vary widely. Some may require a clutch that can handle the rigors of track use, while others may need a reliable upgrade for their daily driver. That's why we offer the SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit in various configurations to meet these diverse needs.
-
Ceramic / Stage 2 / Extreme: This variant is designed for drivers who demand the ultimate in performance. The ceramic friction material offers superior heat resistance and longevity, making it ideal for high-horsepower applications and competitive racing environments. This option is best suited for those who prioritize performance above all else.
-
Kevlar/Ceramic / Stage 2 / Super Sport: Combining the benefits of Kevlar and ceramic, this variant offers a balance between performance and durability. It provides improved engagement over stock clutches and is capable of handling increased torque without sacrificing driveability. This choice is perfect for enthusiasts who engage in spirited driving and occasional track days.
-
Organic / Stage 2 / Daily: For those who require a significant upgrade from their stock clutch but still want to maintain smooth engagement and drivability for daily use, the organic material variant is the ideal solution. It offers enhanced durability and a higher torque capacity than OEM clutches, making it suitable for lightly modified vehicles.
Features and Benefits
All variants of the SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit are designed with the driver in mind, offering features that enhance the driving experience:
-
Durability: Constructed with high-quality materials, each clutch kit is built to last, even under the most demanding conditions.
-
Performance: Whether you choose the Extreme, Super Sport, or Daily variant, you'll experience improved performance over stock clutches, including faster acceleration and better handling of increased torque.
-
Driveability: Despite the performance enhancements, driveability is not compromised. Each variant is designed to offer a balance between performance gains and ease of use.
-
Compatibility: Designed to fit a wide range of vehicles, our clutch kits are versatile and widely applicable, ensuring that you can find the perfect match for your car.
-
Complete Kit: Each clutch kit comes with all necessary components for installation, including an alignment tool and a pilot bushing made of durable steel, ensuring a hassle-free setup. Note that the throw-out bearing is not included, allowing customers the flexibility to choose their preferred type.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
South Bend Clutch is not just another clutch manufacturer. We are a team of passionate automotive enthusiasts dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible products and services. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction sets us apart in the performance clutch market. By choosing South Bend Clutch, you are selecting a product that has been thoughtfully designed and rigorously tested to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Whether you're upgrading your vehicle for competitive racing, spirited driving, or simply enhancing your daily driving experience, the SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit offers the performance, durability, and quality you expect from South Bend Clutch. With our wide network of dealers, finding a South Bend Clutch dealer near you is easy, ensuring that you have access to our products and support wherever you are.
In summary, the SBC SD2-2644R-78 Clutch Kit represents the pinnacle of performance clutch technology, offering options for every type of driver and vehicle. With South Bend Clutch, you can drive with confidence, knowing that you have the best clutch technology at your fingertips. Upgrade your driving experience today with South Bend Clutch, where performance and reliability meet.
Ceramic Friction Material
Ceramic clutch material is engineered for high-performance and heavy-duty applications where heat resistance and torque capacity are critical. Constructed using ceramic-based compounds, these clutch discs offer superior friction and power transfer, making them ideal for demanding situations such as performance racing, competitive off-roading, and heavy towing. Ceramic material excels in preventing clutch fade under extreme heat and stress.
While ceramic clutches deliver unmatched torque handling, they tend to have a more aggressive engagement, which can lead to a slightly harsher feel during gear shifts. This makes them better suited for experienced drivers and performance vehicles rather than casual everyday driving where smooth engagement is preferred.
Ceramic clutch material is engineered for high-performance and heavy-duty applications where heat resistance and torque capacity are critical. Constructed using ceramic-based compounds, these clutch discs offer superior friction and power transfer, making them ideal for demanding situations such as performance racing, competitive off-roading, and heavy towing. Ceramic material excels in preventing clutch fade under extreme heat and stress.
While ceramic clutches deliver unmatched torque handling, they tend to have a more aggressive engagement, which can lead to a slightly harsher feel during gear shifts. This makes them better suited for experienced drivers and performance vehicles rather than casual everyday driving where smooth engagement is preferred.
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.
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 2 Clutch
A Stage 2 clutch offers a significant performance boost compared to stock and Stage 1 setups. Designed with stronger friction materials like Kevlar or ceramic, it provides higher torque capacity and heat resistance. This stage is ideal for moderately modified vehicles, including turbocharged setups, nitrous systems, and track-ready builds needing enhanced grip and reduced slippage.
Although it offers increased power handling, Stage 2 clutches can introduce a slightly stiffer pedal feel and more aggressive engagement than Stage 1, making them better suited for drivers prioritizing performance while still requiring reasonable street drivability.
A Stage 2 clutch offers a significant performance boost compared to stock and Stage 1 setups. Designed with stronger friction materials like Kevlar or ceramic, it provides higher torque capacity and heat resistance. This stage is ideal for moderately modified vehicles, including turbocharged setups, nitrous systems, and track-ready builds needing enhanced grip and reduced slippage.
Although it offers increased power handling, Stage 2 clutches can introduce a slightly stiffer pedal feel and more aggressive engagement than Stage 1, making them better suited for drivers prioritizing performance while still requiring reasonable street drivability.
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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