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SBC Clutch Kit for 1970-1974 Dodge Challenger 5.2L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles

$311.82
SKU SD1-2160R-12
MPN K05029A-HD
  • Regular price $311.82

Sku: SD1-2160R-12

MPN: K05029A-HD



Elevate your driving experience with the South Bend Clutch SD1-2160R-12 Clutch Kit! Designed for gas vehicles with a 23 spline input and a 1-inch shaft, this kit is perfect for those seeking reliability and performance. Whether you're driving daily or pushing limits, our organic friction material offers smooth engagement, while the ceramic option tackles extreme conditions. This kit, excluding a flywheel, includes a throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and a durable bronze pilot bushing, ensuring a complete installation. With options for every driver and a focus on quality, South Bend Clutch provides the performance and durability you need. Perfect for enhancing your vehicle's response and reliability.


$311.82
SKU SD1-2160R-12
MPN K05029A-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
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  • Designed to enhance performance and durability for manual transmissions.
  • Utilizes cutting-edge technology for maximum torque capacity.
  • Features a range of kits suitable for street and racing applications.
  • Crafted with premium materials for superior longevity.
  • Includes detailed instructions for straightforward installation.
  • Engineered to offer smoother engagement and improved drivability.
  • Supports a wide variety of vehicles, from daily drivers to high-performance cars.
  • Backed by a trusted warranty and expert customer support.

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SBC Clutch Kit for 1970-1974 Dodge Challenger 5.2L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

$311.82

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South Bend Clutch is a renowned leader in the clutch manufacturing industry, offering a wide range of high-quality clutch kits designed to meet the unique needs of every driver, whether they're hitting the track, navigating off-road terrain, or simply seeking a more reliable and durable option for daily driving. With a relentless commitment to innovation, quality, and performance, South Bend Clutch has established itself as a trusted name among automotive enthusiasts and professionals alike.

The SBC SD1-2160R-12 Clutch Kit exemplifies South Bend Clutch's dedication to excellence and innovation. Tailored for vehicles that run on gas and designed to accommodate an input spline of 23 with an input shaft diameter of 1 inch, this clutch kit showcases versatility and performance. The disc diameter of 10.5 inches ensures a perfect fit and optimal functionality, characteristic of the meticulous engineering that South Bend Clutch invests in each of its products.

South Bend Clutch understands that every driver has unique requirements based on their vehicle's application and use. This is why the SBC SD1-2160R-12 Clutch Kit comes in various configurations, each designed to meet different performance needs. From the organic friction material option that offers smooth engagement for daily driving to the ceramic option designed for extreme conditions, South Bend Clutch ensures that there is a suitable clutch kit for every type of driver.

One of the standout features of the South Bend Clutch kits is the inclusion of components that guarantee a complete and hassle-free installation. Each kit comes with a throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing made of durable bronze. This comprehensive approach not only saves time during the installation process but also ensures that all components work seamlessly together, providing an immediate improvement in performance and reliability.

South Bend Clutch's commitment to quality is evident in the meticulous selection of materials and manufacturing processes. The organic friction material used in some of the variants is known for its durability and smooth engagement, making it an excellent choice for daily driving conditions. On the other hand, the ceramic option offers superior heat resistance and is ideal for extreme driving conditions where higher friction and heat generation are expected. For those seeking a balance between performance and durability, the Kevlar option presents a compelling choice, offering enhanced strength and thermal characteristics.

The inclusion of a sprung hub style in these clutch kits is a testament to South Bend Clutch's dedication to driver comfort and component durability. This design feature helps in absorbing vibrations and shocks, leading to smoother engagement and disengagement, and ultimately, a more comfortable driving experience. Additionally, the full face disc style contributes to a consistent and reliable connection between the engine and the drivetrain, ensuring efficient power delivery.

Every variant of the SBC SD1-2160R-12 Clutch Kit is designed with a lever-type pressure plate, which offers an optimal balance between clamping force and pedal effort. This ensures that while the clutch is capable of handling increased power and torque, it remains comfortable for daily use, without the excessive pedal stiffness often associated with high-performance clutches.

It's important to note that while these clutch kits come with all the necessary components for a standard installation, they do not include a flywheel. This allows customers the flexibility to choose a flywheel that best suits their specific needs and preferences, whether they're looking for an OEM replacement or a performance-oriented option.

Choosing the right clutch can significantly impact the driving experience and performance of a vehicle. With South Bend Clutch's comprehensive range of clutch kits, drivers can find the perfect match for their driving style, vehicle, and performance requirements. Each kit is not only designed to deliver superior performance but also to provide reliability and durability, ensuring that drivers can enjoy an enhanced driving experience without frequent maintenance or replacements.

For those in search of a high-quality clutch kit that offers both performance and durability, the SBC SD1-2160R-12 Clutch Kit stands out as an exceptional choice. Whether you're upgrading from a stock clutch to accommodate increased power, seeking a more reliable option for daily driving, or requiring a high-performance clutch for racing or off-road use, South Bend Clutch offers options to meet and exceed expectations.

South Bend Clutch is more than just a manufacturer; we are a dedicated team of enthusiasts committed to providing the best possible products and services to our customers. Our extensive network of dealers ensures that wherever you are, you can find a South Bend Clutch product that meets your needs. With a focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, South Bend Clutch continues to set the standard in the clutch industry.

South Bend Clutch Organic Friction Material

Organic Friction Material

Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.

Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.

South Bend Clutch Organic Friction Material

Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.

Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Full Face Disc Style

Full Face Disc Style

The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.

Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.

South Bend Clutch Full Face Disc Style

The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.

Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.

South Bend Clutch Single Disc Clutch Kit

Single Disc

A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.

While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.

A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.

While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.

South Bend Clutch Stage 1 Clutch

Stage 1 Clutch

A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.

While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.

A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.

While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.

Warranty Coverage

South Bend Clutch, Inc. warrants that our clutches are free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. Our warranty provides coverage for 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the date of installation.

The obligation of South Bend Clutch, Inc. under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement, or credit at our discretion for any product found to be defective. We will not be liable for losses, damages, or injury to persons or property resulting from misuse or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty.

*** WE DO NOT COVER LABOR, NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE ***

 

 

Warranty Registration

To activate your warranty coverage, you must register your clutch through our online Warranty Hub within 30 days of purchase.

What You'll Need to Register:

  • Proof of purchase (receipt or invoice showing purchase date and price paid)
  • Vehicle information (year, make, model, VIN)
  • Current odometer reading at time of installation
  • Installer information (shop name, address, phone number)
  • Part number of your South Bend Clutch product

Click here to Register Your Warranty

After registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with your warranty certificate number. You can check your warranty status anytime at warranty.southbendclutch.com/lookup.

Filing a Warranty Claim

If you experience an issue with your clutch during the warranty period, you can submit a claim through our Warranty Hub.

Claim Submission Requirements:

  • Your warranty certificate number or the email used during registration
  • Current odometer reading
  • Description of the issue you're experiencing
  • Photos of the affected parts (pressure plate, disc, flywheel)
  • Photos showing the condition of related components

Our warranty team will review your claim and may request additional information or photos. South Bend Clutch, Inc. reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claims to determine whether the failure was due to a defect in material or workmanship.

Warranty Conditions

The Limited Warranty will NOT be valid under the following conditions:

  • The product is NOT registered within thirty (30) days of purchase
  • The product was purchased below our MAP price (see Pricing Policy below)
  • The clutch was not installed by a certified or professional mechanic
  • The flywheel was not replaced with new or properly resurfaced to specification
  • The clutch has been altered, improperly installed, or damaged by accident, negligence, or misuse
  • The transmission has failed or shows excessive wear
  • The product is used for high performance and/or racing purposes for which it was not originally engineered

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE – Coverage applies only to the original purchaser and vehicle.

Pricing Policy

We encourage you to shop around when buying our parts, but we do not allow discounts or price matching below our MAP prices (3% below our published retail price).

Important: Purchases made below MAP price are not eligible for warranty coverage. Your proof of purchase must show a qualifying purchase price.

Return Policy

No returned product for warranty, repair, or replacement will be accepted without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.

To Obtain an RMA:

  • If you purchased from an authorized dealer, contact them first to initiate the return process
  • If you purchased directly from South Bend Clutch, call our warranty department at 1-800-988-4345

Once your claim is approved, you will receive an RMA number with shipping instructions for returning the defective parts.

Questions?

For warranty inquiries, contact our warranty department at warranty@southbendclutch.com or call 1-800-988-4345.

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Vehicle Fuel Type Manual Prevalence Drivetrain Transmission Type Used OEM Flywheel Type
1970-1974 Dodge Challenger 5.2L DieselDiesel2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1970-1972 Dodge Charger 5.6L DieselDiesel2WDMuncie M21Solid Mass
1971 Dodge Charger 5.9L DieselDiesel2WDMuncie M21Solid Mass
1970-1972 Dodge Coronet 5.6L DieselDiesel2WDMuncie M21Solid Mass
1971 Dodge Coronet 5.9L DieselDiesel2WDMuncie M21Solid Mass
1968-1973 Plymouth Barracuda 5.6L DieselDiesel2WDMuncie M21Solid Mass
1971 Plymouth Barracuda 5.9L DieselDiesel2WDMuncie M21Solid Mass
1968-1971 Plymouth Road Runner 6.3L DieselDiesel2WDMuncie M21Solid Mass
1968-1971 Plymouth Road Runner 7.0L DieselDiesel2WDMuncie M21Solid Mass
1965-1974 Plymouth Satellite 5.2L DieselDiesel2WDMuncie M21Solid Mass

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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