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SBC Clutch Kit for 2000-2005 Dodge 2500 5.9L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles
Sku: DD3-2697-34
MPN: SDD3250-6
Upgrade your 2000-2005 Dodge 2500/3500 5.9L Diesel's performance with the South Bend Clutch Kit, tailored for NV4500 manual transmissions. Choose between our Stage 2 Daily variant with Organic friction material for enhanced everyday driving, or the Stage 3 Endurance option featuring Organic/Ceramic material for superior durability in racing or heavy towing. Both options come as dual-disc, button style, but only the Stage 2 includes a flywheel, ensuring a perfect match for your driving needs. Experience improved torque capacity, enhanced pedal feel, and increased durability with our precision-engineered components. Whether for daily use or demanding applications, South Bend Clutch provides the reliability and performance upgrade your diesel truck deserves.
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South Bend Clutch is renowned for its high-quality, high-performance clutch systems designed to meet the rigorous demands of diesel truck enthusiasts and professionals alike. Our clutch kits are engineered with precision and built to offer superior performance, reliability, and durability. The SBC Clutch Kit for 2000-2005 Dodge 2500/3500 5.9L Diesel Trucks is a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation in the automotive industry.
This clutch kit is specifically designed for the 2000-2005 Dodge 2500 and 3500 models equipped with the 5.9L diesel engine. It caters to vehicles with the NV4500 manual transmission, ensuring a perfect match for your truck's drivetrain requirements. Our clutch systems are not just replacements; they are upgrades to your vehicle's performance, built to handle everything from daily driving to more demanding applications such as towing, racing, and heavy-duty hauling.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
Our clutch kits are developed and manufactured in-house, allowing us to maintain the highest standards of quality control. This hands-on approach ensures that every component of the clutch system, from the pressure plate to the clutch disc, meets our stringent criteria for performance and durability.
The SBC Clutch Kit for the 2000-2005 Dodge 2500/3500 5.9L Diesel includes a variety of features designed to enhance your driving experience:
- Precision-engineered components for optimal performance and reliability.
- High-quality friction materials that provide smooth engagement and extended wear life.
- Durable construction to withstand the rigors of heavy-duty use.
- Compatibility with the NV4500, NV5600, and G56 transmissions, ensuring a wide range of applications.
- Comprehensive kits that include all necessary components for a complete and straightforward installation.
Benefits of Upgrading Your Clutch with South Bend Clutch
Upgrading to a South Bend Clutch system offers numerous benefits for your diesel truck, whether it's used for daily commuting, competitive racing, or heavy-duty towing and hauling. Some of these benefits include:
- Improved torque capacity, allowing your vehicle to handle increased power outputs without compromising reliability.
- Enhanced pedal feel and drivability, making your truck more enjoyable and comfortable to drive in a variety of conditions.
- Increased durability, thanks to high-quality materials and construction that resist wear and tear even under extreme conditions.
- Reduced risk of clutch slippage, ensuring that power is efficiently transferred from the engine to the drivetrain.
- Compatibility with a broad range of modifications, making it an ideal choice for trucks that have been tuned or upgraded for better performance.
Our Variants: Tailored to Your Needs
Understanding that different drivers have different needs, we offer our clutch kits in various configurations. The variants listed above, including Organic/Ceramic Stage 3 Endurance and Organic Stage 2 Daily, cater to a diverse range of driving styles and performance requirements.
- The Stage 3 Endurance variant is designed for drivers who demand the utmost in performance and durability, especially under high-stress conditions such as racing or heavy towing.
- The Stage 2 Daily variant, on the other hand, is perfect for those who want enhanced performance and reliability for everyday driving without sacrificing comfort or drivability.
Each variant is meticulously crafted to provide the optimal balance of performance, durability, and drivability, ensuring that you get a clutch system that perfectly matches your vehicle's needs and your driving style.
Installation and Support
At South Bend Clutch, we understand that the quality of installation is just as important as the quality of the product itself. That's why we include detailed instructions and all necessary hardware with our clutch kits, making the installation process as straightforward as possible. Additionally, our kits come with a throw-out bearing and an alignment tool where applicable, further simplifying the installation process.
Furthermore, our experienced customer support team is always ready to assist with any questions or concerns, ensuring that you have all the information and support you need to get the most out of your South Bend Clutch system.
In Summary
The SBC Clutch Kit for 2000-2005 Dodge 2500/3500 5.9L Diesel is more than just a replacement part; it's an upgrade that enhances the performance, reliability, and drivability of your diesel truck. Whether you're hauling heavy loads, competing on the track, or simply enjoying the open road, our clutch system is designed to deliver unmatched performance and durability. Choose South Bend Clutch for your diesel truck and experience the difference that precision engineering and quality craftsmanship can make.
Organic/Ceramic Multi-Friction Material
The organic/ceramic combo clutch material offers a perfect balance between smooth drivability and enhanced torque capacity. This hybrid design pairs an organic friction surface on one side for smooth engagement with a ceramic material on the other side for increased heat resistance and durability. This combination makes it ideal for performance street driving, moderate towing, and off-road applications where a mix of comfort and strength is needed.
By combining both materials, this clutch disc reduces chatter while offering improved torque handling compared to standard organic discs alone. It's a great choice for drivers seeking a versatile clutch capable of handling both daily driving and occasional high-performance use.
The organic/ceramic combo clutch material offers a perfect balance between smooth drivability and enhanced torque capacity. This hybrid design pairs an organic friction surface on one side for smooth engagement with a ceramic material on the other side for increased heat resistance and durability. This combination makes it ideal for performance street driving, moderate towing, and off-road applications where a mix of comfort and strength is needed.
By combining both materials, this clutch disc reduces chatter while offering improved torque handling compared to standard organic discs alone. It's a great choice for drivers seeking a versatile clutch capable of handling both daily driving and occasional high-performance use.
Endurance Clutch
The Endurance clutch is designed for long-lasting durability in demanding driving conditions. Built with heavy-duty materials such as Kevlar and ceramic composites, it offers excellent heat resistance and minimal wear over time. This clutch level is ideal for vehicles involved in long-distance towing, off-road endurance races, and high-mileage applications where reliability is critical.
Endurance clutches provide a moderate pedal feel while offering superior wear resistance compared to standard designs. Though slightly stiffer than a Daily clutch, the enhanced longevity makes it a preferred choice for vehicles regularly subjected to heavy loads and extended use.
The Endurance clutch is designed for long-lasting durability in demanding driving conditions. Built with heavy-duty materials such as Kevlar and ceramic composites, it offers excellent heat resistance and minimal wear over time. This clutch level is ideal for vehicles involved in long-distance towing, off-road endurance races, and high-mileage applications where reliability is critical.
Endurance clutches provide a moderate pedal feel while offering superior wear resistance compared to standard designs. Though slightly stiffer than a Daily clutch, the enhanced longevity makes it a preferred choice for vehicles regularly subjected to heavy loads and extended use.
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.
Button Disc Style
The button clutch disc, also known as a puck-style disc, features small friction pads (or buttons) spaced around the disc rather than a full friction surface. This segmented design reduces rotating mass, improving throttle response and heat dissipation. It is commonly used in performance vehicles where quick power transfer and reduced clutch fade are essential.
While button discs offer improved power handling and reduced weight, they often result in a more aggressive clutch engagement with less modulation, making them better suited for racing, performance driving, and modified street vehicles rather than casual daily use.
The button clutch disc, also known as a puck-style disc, features small friction pads (or buttons) spaced around the disc rather than a full friction surface. This segmented design reduces rotating mass, improving throttle response and heat dissipation. It is commonly used in performance vehicles where quick power transfer and reduced clutch fade are essential.
While button discs offer improved power handling and reduced weight, they often result in a more aggressive clutch engagement with less modulation, making them better suited for racing, performance driving, and modified street vehicles rather than casual daily use.
Dual Disc
The dual disc clutch offers increased performance and power-handling capacity by utilizing two friction discs instead of one. This design effectively doubles the surface area for power transfer, allowing for greater torque capacity and improved heat dissipation. Dual disc setups are ideal for performance vehicles, heavy towing, and high-horsepower applications where a standard single disc may fall short.
Despite the enhanced power capacity, dual disc clutches can still provide smooth engagement when paired with a sprung hub design. They strike an excellent balance between performance and drivability, making them a preferred choice for modified street vehicles and diesel trucks requiring extra holding power.
The dual disc clutch offers increased performance and power-handling capacity by utilizing two friction discs instead of one. This design effectively doubles the surface area for power transfer, allowing for greater torque capacity and improved heat dissipation. Dual disc setups are ideal for performance vehicles, heavy towing, and high-horsepower applications where a standard single disc may fall short.
Despite the enhanced power capacity, dual disc clutches can still provide smooth engagement when paired with a sprung hub design. They strike an excellent balance between performance and drivability, making them a preferred choice for modified street vehicles and diesel trucks requiring extra holding power.
Modified Pressure Plate
A modified pressure plate is engineered to deliver increased clamping force, enhancing torque capacity and overall clutch performance. This upgraded design often features reinforced components, heavier diaphragm springs, or altered fulcrum points to provide superior grip on the clutch disc. Ideal for high-performance vehicles, heavy towing, and racing applications, a modified pressure plate ensures reliable power transfer under extreme loads.
While modified pressure plates offer enhanced power handling, they often result in a stiffer clutch pedal feel due to the increased spring pressure. This trade-off is generally acceptable for performance-focused applications where power capacity is prioritized over everyday comfort.
A modified pressure plate is engineered to deliver increased clamping force, enhancing torque capacity and overall clutch performance. This upgraded design often features reinforced components, heavier diaphragm springs, or altered fulcrum points to provide superior grip on the clutch disc. Ideal for high-performance vehicles, heavy towing, and racing applications, a modified pressure plate ensures reliable power transfer under extreme loads.
While modified pressure plates offer enhanced power handling, they often result in a stiffer clutch pedal feel due to the increased spring pressure. This trade-off is generally acceptable for performance-focused applications where power capacity is prioritized over everyday comfort.
Stage 3 Clutch
A Stage 3 clutch is built for high-performance and heavy-duty applications where aggressive power handling is required. Typically using ceramic or feramic materials, this clutch provides exceptional heat resistance and torque capacity, making it ideal for vehicles with significant power modifications, such as forced induction or high-horsepower diesel builds.
While Stage 3 clutches offer superior performance under load, they often result in a firmer pedal feel and more abrupt engagement, which may be challenging for casual driving. This stage is best suited for high-performance vehicles, drag racing, and extreme towing where maximum power transfer is crucial.
A Stage 3 clutch is built for high-performance and heavy-duty applications where aggressive power handling is required. Typically using ceramic or feramic materials, this clutch provides exceptional heat resistance and torque capacity, making it ideal for vehicles with significant power modifications, such as forced induction or high-horsepower diesel builds.
While Stage 3 clutches offer superior performance under load, they often result in a firmer pedal feel and more abrupt engagement, which may be challenging for casual driving. This stage is best suited for high-performance vehicles, drag racing, and extreme towing where maximum power transfer is crucial.
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.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Dodge 2500 5.9L | Diesel |  | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 2000 Dodge 3500 5.9L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
South Bend Clutch is renowned for its high-quality, high-performance clutch systems designed to meet the rigorous demands of diesel truck enthusiasts and professionals alike. Our clutch kits are engineered with precision and built to offer superior performance, reliability, and durability. The SBC Clutch Kit for 2000-2005 Dodge 2500/3500 5.9L Diesel Trucks is a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation in the automotive industry.
This clutch kit is specifically designed for the 2000-2005 Dodge 2500 and 3500 models equipped with the 5.9L diesel engine. It caters to vehicles with the NV4500 manual transmission, ensuring a perfect match for your truck's drivetrain requirements. Our clutch systems are not just replacements; they are upgrades to your vehicle's performance, built to handle everything from daily driving to more demanding applications such as towing, racing, and heavy-duty hauling.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
Our clutch kits are developed and manufactured in-house, allowing us to maintain the highest standards of quality control. This hands-on approach ensures that every component of the clutch system, from the pressure plate to the clutch disc, meets our stringent criteria for performance and durability.
The SBC Clutch Kit for the 2000-2005 Dodge 2500/3500 5.9L Diesel includes a variety of features designed to enhance your driving experience:
- Precision-engineered components for optimal performance and reliability.
- High-quality friction materials that provide smooth engagement and extended wear life.
- Durable construction to withstand the rigors of heavy-duty use.
- Compatibility with the NV4500, NV5600, and G56 transmissions, ensuring a wide range of applications.
- Comprehensive kits that include all necessary components for a complete and straightforward installation.
Benefits of Upgrading Your Clutch with South Bend Clutch
Upgrading to a South Bend Clutch system offers numerous benefits for your diesel truck, whether it's used for daily commuting, competitive racing, or heavy-duty towing and hauling. Some of these benefits include:
- Improved torque capacity, allowing your vehicle to handle increased power outputs without compromising reliability.
- Enhanced pedal feel and drivability, making your truck more enjoyable and comfortable to drive in a variety of conditions.
- Increased durability, thanks to high-quality materials and construction that resist wear and tear even under extreme conditions.
- Reduced risk of clutch slippage, ensuring that power is efficiently transferred from the engine to the drivetrain.
- Compatibility with a broad range of modifications, making it an ideal choice for trucks that have been tuned or upgraded for better performance.
Our Variants: Tailored to Your Needs
Understanding that different drivers have different needs, we offer our clutch kits in various configurations. The variants listed above, including Organic/Ceramic Stage 3 Endurance and Organic Stage 2 Daily, cater to a diverse range of driving styles and performance requirements.
- The Stage 3 Endurance variant is designed for drivers who demand the utmost in performance and durability, especially under high-stress conditions such as racing or heavy towing.
- The Stage 2 Daily variant, on the other hand, is perfect for those who want enhanced performance and reliability for everyday driving without sacrificing comfort or drivability.
Each variant is meticulously crafted to provide the optimal balance of performance, durability, and drivability, ensuring that you get a clutch system that perfectly matches your vehicle's needs and your driving style.
Installation and Support
At South Bend Clutch, we understand that the quality of installation is just as important as the quality of the product itself. That's why we include detailed instructions and all necessary hardware with our clutch kits, making the installation process as straightforward as possible. Additionally, our kits come with a throw-out bearing and an alignment tool where applicable, further simplifying the installation process.
Furthermore, our experienced customer support team is always ready to assist with any questions or concerns, ensuring that you have all the information and support you need to get the most out of your South Bend Clutch system.
In Summary
The SBC Clutch Kit for 2000-2005 Dodge 2500/3500 5.9L Diesel is more than just a replacement part; it's an upgrade that enhances the performance, reliability, and drivability of your diesel truck. Whether you're hauling heavy loads, competing on the track, or simply enjoying the open road, our clutch system is designed to deliver unmatched performance and durability. Choose South Bend Clutch for your diesel truck and experience the difference that precision engineering and quality craftsmanship can make.
Organic/Ceramic Multi-Friction Material
The organic/ceramic combo clutch material offers a perfect balance between smooth drivability and enhanced torque capacity. This hybrid design pairs an organic friction surface on one side for smooth engagement with a ceramic material on the other side for increased heat resistance and durability. This combination makes it ideal for performance street driving, moderate towing, and off-road applications where a mix of comfort and strength is needed.
By combining both materials, this clutch disc reduces chatter while offering improved torque handling compared to standard organic discs alone. It's a great choice for drivers seeking a versatile clutch capable of handling both daily driving and occasional high-performance use.
The organic/ceramic combo clutch material offers a perfect balance between smooth drivability and enhanced torque capacity. This hybrid design pairs an organic friction surface on one side for smooth engagement with a ceramic material on the other side for increased heat resistance and durability. This combination makes it ideal for performance street driving, moderate towing, and off-road applications where a mix of comfort and strength is needed.
By combining both materials, this clutch disc reduces chatter while offering improved torque handling compared to standard organic discs alone. It's a great choice for drivers seeking a versatile clutch capable of handling both daily driving and occasional high-performance use.
Endurance Clutch
The Endurance clutch is designed for long-lasting durability in demanding driving conditions. Built with heavy-duty materials such as Kevlar and ceramic composites, it offers excellent heat resistance and minimal wear over time. This clutch level is ideal for vehicles involved in long-distance towing, off-road endurance races, and high-mileage applications where reliability is critical.
Endurance clutches provide a moderate pedal feel while offering superior wear resistance compared to standard designs. Though slightly stiffer than a Daily clutch, the enhanced longevity makes it a preferred choice for vehicles regularly subjected to heavy loads and extended use.
The Endurance clutch is designed for long-lasting durability in demanding driving conditions. Built with heavy-duty materials such as Kevlar and ceramic composites, it offers excellent heat resistance and minimal wear over time. This clutch level is ideal for vehicles involved in long-distance towing, off-road endurance races, and high-mileage applications where reliability is critical.
Endurance clutches provide a moderate pedal feel while offering superior wear resistance compared to standard designs. Though slightly stiffer than a Daily clutch, the enhanced longevity makes it a preferred choice for vehicles regularly subjected to heavy loads and extended use.
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.
Button Disc Style
The button clutch disc, also known as a puck-style disc, features small friction pads (or buttons) spaced around the disc rather than a full friction surface. This segmented design reduces rotating mass, improving throttle response and heat dissipation. It is commonly used in performance vehicles where quick power transfer and reduced clutch fade are essential.
While button discs offer improved power handling and reduced weight, they often result in a more aggressive clutch engagement with less modulation, making them better suited for racing, performance driving, and modified street vehicles rather than casual daily use.
The button clutch disc, also known as a puck-style disc, features small friction pads (or buttons) spaced around the disc rather than a full friction surface. This segmented design reduces rotating mass, improving throttle response and heat dissipation. It is commonly used in performance vehicles where quick power transfer and reduced clutch fade are essential.
While button discs offer improved power handling and reduced weight, they often result in a more aggressive clutch engagement with less modulation, making them better suited for racing, performance driving, and modified street vehicles rather than casual daily use.
Dual Disc
The dual disc clutch offers increased performance and power-handling capacity by utilizing two friction discs instead of one. This design effectively doubles the surface area for power transfer, allowing for greater torque capacity and improved heat dissipation. Dual disc setups are ideal for performance vehicles, heavy towing, and high-horsepower applications where a standard single disc may fall short.
Despite the enhanced power capacity, dual disc clutches can still provide smooth engagement when paired with a sprung hub design. They strike an excellent balance between performance and drivability, making them a preferred choice for modified street vehicles and diesel trucks requiring extra holding power.
The dual disc clutch offers increased performance and power-handling capacity by utilizing two friction discs instead of one. This design effectively doubles the surface area for power transfer, allowing for greater torque capacity and improved heat dissipation. Dual disc setups are ideal for performance vehicles, heavy towing, and high-horsepower applications where a standard single disc may fall short.
Despite the enhanced power capacity, dual disc clutches can still provide smooth engagement when paired with a sprung hub design. They strike an excellent balance between performance and drivability, making them a preferred choice for modified street vehicles and diesel trucks requiring extra holding power.
Modified Pressure Plate
A modified pressure plate is engineered to deliver increased clamping force, enhancing torque capacity and overall clutch performance. This upgraded design often features reinforced components, heavier diaphragm springs, or altered fulcrum points to provide superior grip on the clutch disc. Ideal for high-performance vehicles, heavy towing, and racing applications, a modified pressure plate ensures reliable power transfer under extreme loads.
While modified pressure plates offer enhanced power handling, they often result in a stiffer clutch pedal feel due to the increased spring pressure. This trade-off is generally acceptable for performance-focused applications where power capacity is prioritized over everyday comfort.
A modified pressure plate is engineered to deliver increased clamping force, enhancing torque capacity and overall clutch performance. This upgraded design often features reinforced components, heavier diaphragm springs, or altered fulcrum points to provide superior grip on the clutch disc. Ideal for high-performance vehicles, heavy towing, and racing applications, a modified pressure plate ensures reliable power transfer under extreme loads.
While modified pressure plates offer enhanced power handling, they often result in a stiffer clutch pedal feel due to the increased spring pressure. This trade-off is generally acceptable for performance-focused applications where power capacity is prioritized over everyday comfort.
Stage 3 Clutch
A Stage 3 clutch is built for high-performance and heavy-duty applications where aggressive power handling is required. Typically using ceramic or feramic materials, this clutch provides exceptional heat resistance and torque capacity, making it ideal for vehicles with significant power modifications, such as forced induction or high-horsepower diesel builds.
While Stage 3 clutches offer superior performance under load, they often result in a firmer pedal feel and more abrupt engagement, which may be challenging for casual driving. This stage is best suited for high-performance vehicles, drag racing, and extreme towing where maximum power transfer is crucial.
A Stage 3 clutch is built for high-performance and heavy-duty applications where aggressive power handling is required. Typically using ceramic or feramic materials, this clutch provides exceptional heat resistance and torque capacity, making it ideal for vehicles with significant power modifications, such as forced induction or high-horsepower diesel builds.
While Stage 3 clutches offer superior performance under load, they often result in a firmer pedal feel and more abrupt engagement, which may be challenging for casual driving. This stage is best suited for high-performance vehicles, drag racing, and extreme towing where maximum power transfer is crucial.
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.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Dodge 2500 5.9L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 2000 Dodge 3500 5.9L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
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Yes. Worldwide shipping is already included in the price. We use DHL express with 3 days delivery time.
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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.
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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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