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SBC Clutch Kit for 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 5.0L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles
Sku: SD1-2306R-12
MPN: K07511-HD
Elevate your driving experience with the South Bend Clutch Kit, designed for 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 5.0L Gas and compatible vehicles. Engineered for precision, our kits offer unmatched durability and performance, tailored to fit the TREMEC T5 transmission. Choose from Organic, Ceramic, or Kevlar friction materials to match your driving style, from daily commuting to extreme conditions. Each kit includes a throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing for easy installation. Note: Flywheel not included. Upgrade your American Muscle car with South Bend Clutch for enhanced drivability and robust construction.
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South Bend Clutch takes pride in being a premier provider of high-quality clutch solutions, particularly for vehicles under the American Muscle segment. Our SBC Clutch Kit for 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 5.0L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles is a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation in the automotive aftermarket. Designed meticulously to meet and exceed original equipment manufacturer specifications, this clutch kit offers an unparalleled combination of durability, performance, and reliability.
A Closer Look at the SBC Clutch Kit
Our clutch kits are engineered with precision to ensure a perfect fit and optimal performance for specific vehicle applications. The 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 5.0L Gas, along with other compatible vehicles such as the 1978 Ford Fairmont, 1970 Ford Falcon, 1975-1980 Ford Granada, 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 4.1L, 1971-1977 Mercury Comet, 1975-1980 Mercury Monarch, and the 1977-1979 Mercury Monarch 5.0L, can greatly benefit from the enhanced drivability and the robust construction of our clutch kits.
Unrivaled Quality and Performance
At South Bend Clutch, we use only the finest materials and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes to create clutches that are built to last. Whether you choose an Organic, Ceramic, or Kevlar friction material, each variant is designed to offer specific benefits tailored to different driving needs and preferences:
- Organic variants are perfect for drivers who require a clutch that provides smooth engagement and reliability for everyday use while offering enhanced performance over stock clutches.
- Ceramic options are designed for those who demand a bit more from their vehicle, providing higher heat tolerance and better performance under extreme conditions.
- Kevlar variants are aimed at enthusiasts who push their vehicles to the limit, offering the ultimate in durability and heat resistance, perfect for sporty or aggressive driving styles.
Compatibility and Installation
Understanding the importance of compatibility, our clutch kits are designed to seamlessly integrate with the TREMEC T5 transmission and solid mass flywheels, ensuring a hassle-free installation process. Each kit includes a throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing, making the installation as straightforward as possible. Despite the comprehensive nature of our kits, it's important to note that the flywheel is not included and should be considered during the planning phase of your upgrade.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
Choosing a South Bend Clutch kit means investing in a product that is backed by years of specialized experience and a commitment to quality that is unmatched in the industry. Our clutch kits are not just replacements; they are upgrades that enhance the driving experience, providing you with confidence whether you're navigating daily traffic or pushing your car on a track.
Key Features and Benefits
Our clutch kits stand out for several reasons, including but not limited to:
- Precision engineering for specific vehicle fitment
- Enhanced durability and performance over OEM clutches
- A range of friction materials to suit different driving needs and preferences
- Inclusion of necessary installation components for a complete solution
- Support from knowledgeable South Bend Clutch dealers near you
Broad Vehicle Compatibility
The versatility of our clutch kits extends to a wide range of vehicles within the American Muscle segment, ensuring that many enthusiasts can find the perfect clutch solution for their unique needs. Our detailed vehicle compatibility list, as presented in the product table above, ensures that you can easily find the right fit for your vehicle, guaranteeing an upgrade that feels custom-tailored.
Expert Support and Guidance
At South Bend Clutch, we understand that choosing the right clutch can be daunting. That's why we have a network of knowledgeable dealers and a customer service team ready to assist with any queries you may have. From selecting the right stage and material for your driving style to guidance on installation, we are here to ensure that your experience with our products is nothing short of exceptional.
Conclusion
The SBC Clutch Kit for 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 5.0L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles represents the pinnacle of our commitment to providing high-quality, performance-enhancing clutch solutions for the American Muscle car enthusiast. With options to suit various driving styles and needs, backed by the expert craftsmanship and support South Bend Clutch is known for, this clutch kit stands as an ideal choice for those looking to upgrade their vehicle's performance and reliability. Whether you're cruising the streets or commanding the track, trust South Bend Clutch to deliver a driving experience like no other.
Organic Friction Material
Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.
Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.
Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.
Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.
Sprung Hub Style
The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.
By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.
The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.
By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.
Full Face Disc Style
The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.
Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.
The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.
Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.
Single Disc
A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.
While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.
A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.
While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.
Stage 1 Clutch
A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.
While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.
A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.
While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.
Warranty Coverage
South Bend Clutch, Inc. warrants that our clutches are free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. Our warranty provides coverage for 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the date of installation.
The obligation of South Bend Clutch, Inc. under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement, or credit at our discretion for any product found to be defective. We will not be liable for losses, damages, or injury to persons or property resulting from misuse or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty.
*** WE DO NOT COVER LABOR, NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE ***
Warranty Registration
To activate your warranty coverage, you must register your clutch through our online Warranty Hub within 30 days of purchase.
What You'll Need to Register:
- Proof of purchase (receipt or invoice showing purchase date and price paid)
- Vehicle information (year, make, model, VIN)
- Current odometer reading at time of installation
- Installer information (shop name, address, phone number)
- Part number of your South Bend Clutch product
Click here to Register Your Warranty
After registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with your warranty certificate number. You can check your warranty status anytime at warranty.southbendclutch.com/lookup.
Filing a Warranty Claim
If you experience an issue with your clutch during the warranty period, you can submit a claim through our Warranty Hub.
Claim Submission Requirements:
- Your warranty certificate number or the email used during registration
- Current odometer reading
- Description of the issue you're experiencing
- Photos of the affected parts (pressure plate, disc, flywheel)
- Photos showing the condition of related components
Our warranty team will review your claim and may request additional information or photos. South Bend Clutch, Inc. reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claims to determine whether the failure was due to a defect in material or workmanship.
Warranty Conditions
The Limited Warranty will NOT be valid under the following conditions:
- The product is NOT registered within thirty (30) days of purchase
- The product was purchased below our MAP price (see Pricing Policy below)
- The clutch was not installed by a certified or professional mechanic
- The flywheel was not replaced with new or properly resurfaced to specification
- The clutch has been altered, improperly installed, or damaged by accident, negligence, or misuse
- The transmission has failed or shows excessive wear
- The product is used for high performance and/or racing purposes for which it was not originally engineered
WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE – Coverage applies only to the original purchaser and vehicle.
Pricing Policy
We encourage you to shop around when buying our parts, but we do not allow discounts or price matching below our MAP prices (3% below our published retail price).
Important: Purchases made below MAP price are not eligible for warranty coverage. Your proof of purchase must show a qualifying purchase price.
Return Policy
No returned product for warranty, repair, or replacement will be accepted without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
To Obtain an RMA:
- If you purchased from an authorized dealer, contact them first to initiate the return process
- If you purchased directly from South Bend Clutch, call our warranty department at 1-800-988-4345
Once your claim is approved, you will receive an RMA number with shipping instructions for returning the defective parts.
Questions?
For warranty inquiries, contact our warranty department at warranty@southbendclutch.com or call 1-800-988-4345.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973-1977 Ford Maverick | Gas |  | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1978 Ford Fairmont | Gas |  | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1970 Ford Falcon | Gas |  | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1975-1980 Ford Granada | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 4.1L | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1971-1977 Mercury Comet | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1975-1980 Mercury Monarch | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1977-1979 Mercury Monarch 5.0L | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
South Bend Clutch takes pride in being a premier provider of high-quality clutch solutions, particularly for vehicles under the American Muscle segment. Our SBC Clutch Kit for 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 5.0L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles is a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation in the automotive aftermarket. Designed meticulously to meet and exceed original equipment manufacturer specifications, this clutch kit offers an unparalleled combination of durability, performance, and reliability.
A Closer Look at the SBC Clutch Kit
Our clutch kits are engineered with precision to ensure a perfect fit and optimal performance for specific vehicle applications. The 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 5.0L Gas, along with other compatible vehicles such as the 1978 Ford Fairmont, 1970 Ford Falcon, 1975-1980 Ford Granada, 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 4.1L, 1971-1977 Mercury Comet, 1975-1980 Mercury Monarch, and the 1977-1979 Mercury Monarch 5.0L, can greatly benefit from the enhanced drivability and the robust construction of our clutch kits.
Unrivaled Quality and Performance
At South Bend Clutch, we use only the finest materials and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes to create clutches that are built to last. Whether you choose an Organic, Ceramic, or Kevlar friction material, each variant is designed to offer specific benefits tailored to different driving needs and preferences:
- Organic variants are perfect for drivers who require a clutch that provides smooth engagement and reliability for everyday use while offering enhanced performance over stock clutches.
- Ceramic options are designed for those who demand a bit more from their vehicle, providing higher heat tolerance and better performance under extreme conditions.
- Kevlar variants are aimed at enthusiasts who push their vehicles to the limit, offering the ultimate in durability and heat resistance, perfect for sporty or aggressive driving styles.
Compatibility and Installation
Understanding the importance of compatibility, our clutch kits are designed to seamlessly integrate with the TREMEC T5 transmission and solid mass flywheels, ensuring a hassle-free installation process. Each kit includes a throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing, making the installation as straightforward as possible. Despite the comprehensive nature of our kits, it's important to note that the flywheel is not included and should be considered during the planning phase of your upgrade.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
Choosing a South Bend Clutch kit means investing in a product that is backed by years of specialized experience and a commitment to quality that is unmatched in the industry. Our clutch kits are not just replacements; they are upgrades that enhance the driving experience, providing you with confidence whether you're navigating daily traffic or pushing your car on a track.
Key Features and Benefits
Our clutch kits stand out for several reasons, including but not limited to:
- Precision engineering for specific vehicle fitment
- Enhanced durability and performance over OEM clutches
- A range of friction materials to suit different driving needs and preferences
- Inclusion of necessary installation components for a complete solution
- Support from knowledgeable South Bend Clutch dealers near you
Broad Vehicle Compatibility
The versatility of our clutch kits extends to a wide range of vehicles within the American Muscle segment, ensuring that many enthusiasts can find the perfect clutch solution for their unique needs. Our detailed vehicle compatibility list, as presented in the product table above, ensures that you can easily find the right fit for your vehicle, guaranteeing an upgrade that feels custom-tailored.
Expert Support and Guidance
At South Bend Clutch, we understand that choosing the right clutch can be daunting. That's why we have a network of knowledgeable dealers and a customer service team ready to assist with any queries you may have. From selecting the right stage and material for your driving style to guidance on installation, we are here to ensure that your experience with our products is nothing short of exceptional.
Conclusion
The SBC Clutch Kit for 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 5.0L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles represents the pinnacle of our commitment to providing high-quality, performance-enhancing clutch solutions for the American Muscle car enthusiast. With options to suit various driving styles and needs, backed by the expert craftsmanship and support South Bend Clutch is known for, this clutch kit stands as an ideal choice for those looking to upgrade their vehicle's performance and reliability. Whether you're cruising the streets or commanding the track, trust South Bend Clutch to deliver a driving experience like no other.
Organic Friction Material
Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.
Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.
Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.
Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.
Sprung Hub Style
The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.
By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.
The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.
By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.
Full Face Disc Style
The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.
Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.
The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.
Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.
Single Disc
A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.
While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.
A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.
While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.
Stage 1 Clutch
A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.
While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.
A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.
While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.
Warranty Coverage
South Bend Clutch, Inc. warrants that our clutches are free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. Our warranty provides coverage for 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the date of installation.
The obligation of South Bend Clutch, Inc. under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement, or credit at our discretion for any product found to be defective. We will not be liable for losses, damages, or injury to persons or property resulting from misuse or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty.
*** WE DO NOT COVER LABOR, NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE ***
Warranty Registration
To activate your warranty coverage, you must register your clutch through our online Warranty Hub within 30 days of purchase.
What You'll Need to Register:
- Proof of purchase (receipt or invoice showing purchase date and price paid)
- Vehicle information (year, make, model, VIN)
- Current odometer reading at time of installation
- Installer information (shop name, address, phone number)
- Part number of your South Bend Clutch product
Click here to Register Your Warranty
After registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with your warranty certificate number. You can check your warranty status anytime at warranty.southbendclutch.com/lookup.
Filing a Warranty Claim
If you experience an issue with your clutch during the warranty period, you can submit a claim through our Warranty Hub.
Claim Submission Requirements:
- Your warranty certificate number or the email used during registration
- Current odometer reading
- Description of the issue you're experiencing
- Photos of the affected parts (pressure plate, disc, flywheel)
- Photos showing the condition of related components
Our warranty team will review your claim and may request additional information or photos. South Bend Clutch, Inc. reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claims to determine whether the failure was due to a defect in material or workmanship.
Warranty Conditions
The Limited Warranty will NOT be valid under the following conditions:
- The product is NOT registered within thirty (30) days of purchase
- The product was purchased below our MAP price (see Pricing Policy below)
- The clutch was not installed by a certified or professional mechanic
- The flywheel was not replaced with new or properly resurfaced to specification
- The clutch has been altered, improperly installed, or damaged by accident, negligence, or misuse
- The transmission has failed or shows excessive wear
- The product is used for high performance and/or racing purposes for which it was not originally engineered
WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE – Coverage applies only to the original purchaser and vehicle.
Pricing Policy
We encourage you to shop around when buying our parts, but we do not allow discounts or price matching below our MAP prices (3% below our published retail price).
Important: Purchases made below MAP price are not eligible for warranty coverage. Your proof of purchase must show a qualifying purchase price.
Return Policy
No returned product for warranty, repair, or replacement will be accepted without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
To Obtain an RMA:
- If you purchased from an authorized dealer, contact them first to initiate the return process
- If you purchased directly from South Bend Clutch, call our warranty department at 1-800-988-4345
Once your claim is approved, you will receive an RMA number with shipping instructions for returning the defective parts.
Questions?
For warranty inquiries, contact our warranty department at warranty@southbendclutch.com or call 1-800-988-4345.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973-1977 Ford Maverick | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1978 Ford Fairmont | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1970 Ford Falcon | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1975-1980 Ford Granada | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1973-1977 Ford Maverick 4.1L | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1971-1977 Mercury Comet | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1975-1980 Mercury Monarch | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1977-1979 Mercury Monarch 5.0L | Gas | | 2WD | - | Solid 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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