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SBC Clutch Kit for 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 3.9L Gas
Sku: SD1-2072R-12
MPN: K04123-HD
Elevate your 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 3.9L Gas driving experience with South Bend Clutch's premium clutch kits. Designed to exceed OEM specifications, our kits offer the perfect blend of quality, reliability, and performance. Whether for daily driving or enhanced performance needs, our lineup includes Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar options across Stage 1 and 2 configurations. Each kit comes complete with a clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing for a seamless installation. Choose from Daily Plus for smooth, reliable upgrades, Extreme for high-torque applications, or Sport for aggressive driving. Experience unmatched durability and performance with South Bend Clutch, where excellence and driving satisfaction meet.
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SBC Clutch Kit for 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 3.9L Gas - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus
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The 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air represents an iconic era in automotive history, known for its style, performance, and innovation. Owners of these classic cars often seek the best when it comes to replacement parts, especially for components as crucial as the clutch system. That's where South Bend Clutch comes in. Our clutch kits are designed not only to meet but exceed original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications, providing a significant upgrade over the stock clutch system.
The SBC Clutch Kit comes in various configurations to cater to a wide range of driving needs and performance levels. From daily driving to more extreme conditions, we have a solution that fits your specific requirements. Each kit includes a clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing, ensuring you have everything needed for a complete and straightforward installation.
Our clutch kits are available in different friction materials such as Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar. These materials are selected to optimize the balance between longevity and performance. Organic materials offer smooth engagement and are well-suited for daily driving. Ceramic materials, on the other hand, provide higher heat resistance and are ideal for high-performance applications. Kevlar offers a blend of durability and resistance to heat, making it suitable for sporty driving and moderate performance enhancements.
The variants of the SBC Clutch Kit for the 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 3.9L Gas include:
- Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus: Designed for vehicles with minor modifications or for those seeking a reliable upgrade over stock without sacrificing drivability.
- Ceramic / Stage 1 / Extreme: Best suited for cars with performance modifications that require a clutch able to handle higher torque and heat.
- Organic / Stage 2 / Daily Plus: Offers a step up in performance for daily driven cars with more significant modifications.
- Kevlar / Stage 2 / Sport: Tailored for vehicles that are driven aggressively or participate in occasional spirited driving, providing enhanced performance and durability.
Each variant is designed with a specific driving style and performance expectation in mind. The Stage 1 options are aimed at those looking for a quality replacement with slight improvements in performance and durability, while Stage 2 options cater to more heavily modified vehicles or those used in more demanding driving scenarios.
A key feature of South Bend Clutch kits is their balanced approach to performance and drivability. We understand that a clutch system should not only handle the demands of increased power but also maintain smooth engagement and a comfortable driving experience. This is achieved through meticulous design and the use of high-quality materials that are tested extensively in real-world conditions.
Installation of a South Bend Clutch kit can transform the driving experience of your Chevrolet Bel Air, providing a noticeable improvement in performance, reliability, and enjoyment. Whether you're cruising the boulevard, attending car shows, or enjoying the occasional spirited drive, our clutch kit ensures that your classic car meets modern performance standards while retaining its vintage charm.
In addition to providing top-tier products, South Bend Clutch prides itself on offering exceptional customer support. Our team of experts is always ready to assist with any questions or concerns, ensuring that you have the best possible experience from selection to installation. With South Bend Clutch, you're not just getting a product; you're gaining a partnership with a team dedicated to ensuring your driving satisfaction.
For those seeking a clutch solution that embodies the perfect blend of quality, performance, and value, the South Bend Clutch Kit for the 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 3.9L Gas is the clear choice. Engineered to perfection, backed by unparalleled support, and designed with the enthusiast in mind, this clutch kit stands as a prime example of what can be achieved when passion meets precision. Trust South Bend Clutch for all your clutch needs and experience the difference that quality, innovation, and dedication can make in your driving experience.
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 Information
South Bend Clutch, Inc. warrants that our clutches are free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. The obligation of South Bend Clutch, Inc,. under the warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the defective product, which fails within 12 months or 12,000 miles. We will not be liable for losses that might be claimed as a result of the failure of any part, nor shall we be liable for damages or injury to any persons or property resulting from the misuses or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty. Click here for Warranty Registration form.
Warranty Registration form is NOT for submitting a warranty claim when something happens to your clutch. It must be on file with us within 30 days of purchase. If you have a warranty claim, call the shop directly and talk with our technical dept.
South Bend Clutch, Inc. reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claim to determine whether or not any such part has failed because of a defect in material or workmanship. Our obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repairing, replacing, or crediting, at our discretion, any part found to be defective.
The Limited Warranty will not be valid under the following express conditions:
- It is NOT registered within thirty (30) days of purchase.
- When purchased by retail customer for less than our MAP price (see Pricing Policy below)
- When not installed by a certified mechanic
- When flywheel was not replaced with new or resurfaced to specification
- Clutches which have been altered, improperly installed, or damaged by accident, negligence or misuse
- When transmission fails or has excessive wear
WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERRABLE
Products used for High Performance and/or Racing purposes which they were not origianlly engineered for, will not be covered.
Pricing Policy
We encourage you to shop around when buying our parts but we do not allow discounts or price matching that goes below our MAP prices (3% below our published retail price).
Anyone paying less than our MAP price will lose their warranty!
Return Policy
No returned product for warranty, repair, or replacement will be accepted without a return authorization number (RMA). Please call the dealer you bought the clutch from, if you bought it directly through us you can call and speak to our warranty department at 1-800-988-4345.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|
South Bend Clutch is renowned for its commitment to excellence in the automotive and performance clutch market. Our latest offering, the SBC Clutch Kit for the 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 3.9L Gas, is no exception and stands as a testament to our dedication to quality, reliability, and performance. This product line is meticulously engineered to meet the specific needs of the Chevrolet Bel Air, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance.
The 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air represents an iconic era in automotive history, known for its style, performance, and innovation. Owners of these classic cars often seek the best when it comes to replacement parts, especially for components as crucial as the clutch system. That's where South Bend Clutch comes in. Our clutch kits are designed not only to meet but exceed original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications, providing a significant upgrade over the stock clutch system.
The SBC Clutch Kit comes in various configurations to cater to a wide range of driving needs and performance levels. From daily driving to more extreme conditions, we have a solution that fits your specific requirements. Each kit includes a clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing, ensuring you have everything needed for a complete and straightforward installation.
Our clutch kits are available in different friction materials such as Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar. These materials are selected to optimize the balance between longevity and performance. Organic materials offer smooth engagement and are well-suited for daily driving. Ceramic materials, on the other hand, provide higher heat resistance and are ideal for high-performance applications. Kevlar offers a blend of durability and resistance to heat, making it suitable for sporty driving and moderate performance enhancements.
The variants of the SBC Clutch Kit for the 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 3.9L Gas include:
- Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus: Designed for vehicles with minor modifications or for those seeking a reliable upgrade over stock without sacrificing drivability.
- Ceramic / Stage 1 / Extreme: Best suited for cars with performance modifications that require a clutch able to handle higher torque and heat.
- Organic / Stage 2 / Daily Plus: Offers a step up in performance for daily driven cars with more significant modifications.
- Kevlar / Stage 2 / Sport: Tailored for vehicles that are driven aggressively or participate in occasional spirited driving, providing enhanced performance and durability.
Each variant is designed with a specific driving style and performance expectation in mind. The Stage 1 options are aimed at those looking for a quality replacement with slight improvements in performance and durability, while Stage 2 options cater to more heavily modified vehicles or those used in more demanding driving scenarios.
A key feature of South Bend Clutch kits is their balanced approach to performance and drivability. We understand that a clutch system should not only handle the demands of increased power but also maintain smooth engagement and a comfortable driving experience. This is achieved through meticulous design and the use of high-quality materials that are tested extensively in real-world conditions.
Installation of a South Bend Clutch kit can transform the driving experience of your Chevrolet Bel Air, providing a noticeable improvement in performance, reliability, and enjoyment. Whether you're cruising the boulevard, attending car shows, or enjoying the occasional spirited drive, our clutch kit ensures that your classic car meets modern performance standards while retaining its vintage charm.
In addition to providing top-tier products, South Bend Clutch prides itself on offering exceptional customer support. Our team of experts is always ready to assist with any questions or concerns, ensuring that you have the best possible experience from selection to installation. With South Bend Clutch, you're not just getting a product; you're gaining a partnership with a team dedicated to ensuring your driving satisfaction.
For those seeking a clutch solution that embodies the perfect blend of quality, performance, and value, the South Bend Clutch Kit for the 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 3.9L Gas is the clear choice. Engineered to perfection, backed by unparalleled support, and designed with the enthusiast in mind, this clutch kit stands as a prime example of what can be achieved when passion meets precision. Trust South Bend Clutch for all your clutch needs and experience the difference that quality, innovation, and dedication can make in your driving experience.
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 Information
South Bend Clutch, Inc. warrants that our clutches are free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. The obligation of South Bend Clutch, Inc,. under the warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the defective product, which fails within 12 months or 12,000 miles. We will not be liable for losses that might be claimed as a result of the failure of any part, nor shall we be liable for damages or injury to any persons or property resulting from the misuses or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty. Click here for Warranty Registration form.
Warranty Registration form is NOT for submitting a warranty claim when something happens to your clutch. It must be on file with us within 30 days of purchase. If you have a warranty claim, call the shop directly and talk with our technical dept.
South Bend Clutch, Inc. reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claim to determine whether or not any such part has failed because of a defect in material or workmanship. Our obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repairing, replacing, or crediting, at our discretion, any part found to be defective.
The Limited Warranty will not be valid under the following express conditions:
- It is NOT registered within thirty (30) days of purchase.
- When purchased by retail customer for less than our MAP price (see Pricing Policy below)
- When not installed by a certified mechanic
- When flywheel was not replaced with new or resurfaced to specification
- Clutches which have been altered, improperly installed, or damaged by accident, negligence or misuse
- When transmission fails or has excessive wear
WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERRABLE
Products used for High Performance and/or Racing purposes which they were not origianlly engineered for, will not be covered.
Pricing Policy
We encourage you to shop around when buying our parts but we do not allow discounts or price matching that goes below our MAP prices (3% below our published retail price).
Anyone paying less than our MAP price will lose their warranty!
Return Policy
No returned product for warranty, repair, or replacement will be accepted without a return authorization number (RMA). Please call the dealer you bought the clutch from, if you bought it directly through us you can call and speak to our warranty department at 1-800-988-4345.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|
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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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