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SBC Clutch Kit for 1983-1986 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.0L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles

$241.81
SKU SD1-2023R-12
MPN K04008-HD
  • Regular price $241.81

Sku: SD1-2023R-12

MPN: K04008-HD



Elevate your driving experience with South Bend Clutch's premium Clutch Kits, tailored for 1983-1986 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.0L Gas and compatible with Buick Skyhawk, Cadillac Cimarron, Oldsmobile Firenza, and Pontiac J2000/Sunbird. Our kits, designed for the TREMEC T5 transmission, offer unmatched reliability and performance enhancement over standard clutch systems. Choose from Organic, Ceramic, or Kevlar friction materials to match your driving style — from daily commuting to high-performance applications. With Stage 1 and Stage 2 options, our kits cater to both minor modifications and more spirited, aggressive driving needs. Each kit includes all necessary components for a hassle-free installation. Trust South Bend Clutch for durability, improved performance, and expert support. Upgrade today and experience the superior quality and innovation that define South Bend Clutch.


$241.81
SKU SD1-2023R-12
MPN K04008-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
100% Premium Components
Industry Leading Support

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  • Enhance your vehicle's performance with our precision-engineered clutches.
  • Experience smoother gear shifts and improved driveability.
  • Designed to handle high torque applications with ease.
  • Our clutches provide superior durability and longevity.
  • Optimal choice for both street and race applications.
  • Reduce the risk of clutch slip and improve power delivery.
  • Crafted from premium materials to ensure maximum reliability.
  • Backed by expert support and customer service from South Bend Clutch.

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SBC Clutch Kit for 1983-1986 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.0L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

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At South Bend Clutch, we are renowned for our dedication to innovation, quality, and performance in clutch technology. Our Clutch Kit for the 1983-1986 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.0L Gas, along with its compatibility with other vehicles such as the Buick Skyhawk, Cadillac Cimarron, Oldsmobile Firenza, and Pontiac J2000/Sunbird from the same era, is a testament to our commitment to providing superior products for a wide range of automotive needs. This clutch kit is designed to enhance the driving experience by offering reliability, durability, and improved performance over stock clutch systems.

The vehicles listed, while classic, require modern technology to maintain and improve their performance. The TREMEC T5 transmission used in these vehicles is well-regarded for its durability and performance, making it essential that the clutch kit selected to work with this transmission meets or exceeds the original equipment manufacturer's specifications. This is where South Bend Clutch's expertise and product quality become invaluable.

Key Features and Benefits

The Clutch Kit variants we offer, including options with Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials, cater to a wide range of driving preferences, from daily driving to more demanding performance applications. The inclusion of stages 1 and 2 in our kit options allows for customization based on how the vehicle is used, whether for regular commuting or more spirited driving.

  • Friction Material Options: The choice between Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials allows for personalization based on driving style and performance needs. Organic materials offer smooth engagement and reliability for daily driving, Ceramic provides higher heat resistance and durability for more aggressive driving, and Kevlar offers a balance between durability and the ability to handle increased power without sacrificing drivability.
  • Stage 1 and Stage 2 Kits: Our Stage 1 kits are designed for vehicles with minor modifications or for those seeking a reliability upgrade over stock, without a significant increase in pedal effort. The Stage 2 kits are aimed at vehicles with more significant modifications, offering higher torque capacity and more aggressive engagement characteristics, suitable for spirited driving or occasional track use.
  • Comprehensive Kit Contents: Each kit comes complete with all necessary components for installation, including the clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing. This ensures a hassle-free installation and a perfect fit, saving time and effort during the installation process.
  • Compatibility and Versatility: Designed to fit a range of vehicles and transmissions, particularly the TREMEC T5, our clutch kits are versatile solutions for a wide variety of applications, from stock replacements to performance upgrades.

Why Choose South Bend Clutch?

At South Bend Clutch, we pride ourselves on our ability to cater to the needs of a diverse range of drivers and vehicles. Our extensive research and development efforts ensure that every product we offer is of the highest quality, providing unmatched performance and reliability. Here are some key reasons why choosing a South Bend Clutch kit is a wise decision:

  • Expertise and Experience: With years of experience in the clutch industry, we understand the requirements of different vehicles and driving conditions. This expertise is reflected in the design and construction of our clutch kits, which are engineered to exceed the expectations of our customers.
  • Quality Materials and Construction: We use only the highest quality materials in our clutch kits, ensuring durability and longevity. Our rigorous testing procedures guarantee that each product meets our strict standards for performance and reliability.
  • Customer Support and Satisfaction: At South Bend Clutch, customer satisfaction is our top priority. Our knowledgeable staff are always ready to assist with any questions or concerns, providing expert advice and support before, during, and after your purchase.
  • Innovative Solutions: We continuously seek to innovate and improve our products, staying ahead of industry trends and customer needs. This commitment to innovation allows us to offer clutch solutions that provide superior performance and value.

Whether you own a classic 1983-1986 Chevrolet Cavalier, Buick Skyhawk, Cadillac Cimarron, Oldsmobile Firenza, or Pontiac J2000/Sunbird, upgrading to a South Bend Clutch kit will enhance your vehicle's performance and driving experience. With options tailored to different driving styles and performance needs, our clutch kits offer the quality, reliability, and performance that have made South Bend Clutch a trusted name in the automotive industry. Choose South Bend Clutch for your next clutch upgrade and experience the difference quality makes.

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
1983-1986 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.0LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1983-1986 Buick Skyhawk 2.0LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1983-1986 Cadillac Cimarron 2.0LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1983-1986 Oldsmobile Firenza 2.0LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1983 Pontiac J2000 2.0LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1984-1985 Pontiac J2000 Sunbird 2.0LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1986 Pontiac Sunbird 2.0LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid 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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